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Commission opposes ARPA recapture, reallocates funds and holds housing relocation item until April
Summary
After widespread public comment, the commission opposed recapturing ARPA funds, reclassified $350,000 to vehicle replacement so dirt road paving can proceed, and authorized reallocating $105,164.44 in unspent Boys & Girls Club subgrantee funds to extend youth operations. The relocation of mill houses was held until April 7.
The Athens‑Clarke County Mayor and Commission on March 3 declined to recapture certain ARPA funds and approved a package of reallocations intended to preserve nonprofit programs and advance infrastructure work.
Following substantial public input from nonprofit leaders and residents who opposed recapturing previously awarded ARPA grants, the commission voted to oppose recapture. As part of the approved actions, $350,000 in ARPA-designated funds…
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