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Main Street manager outlines grant opportunities; council appoints six to historic district
Summary
The Main Street manager told the Springhill City Council about a $55,000 non-matching Louisiana Main Street grant (due Aug. 31) and a municipal matching grant cycle; the council approved six appointees to the Main Street Historic District board.
The Main Street manager presented grants and event updates to the Springhill City Council, highlighting two funding opportunities and encouraging eligible business and building owners to apply.
The manager said a $55,000 Louisiana Main Street grant — described in the meeting as non-matching — is available with applications due Aug. 31. Council also discussed a municipal matching grant program funded through the city budget ($22,000 pool) that provides matching awards of up to $2,000 for exterior facade improvements; applications for the current cycle are due Sept. 15 and awards will be announced at the October council meeting.
Following the presentation, the council moved to appoint six people to the Main Street Historic District board. The appointees listed in the meeting record are Dean Stamps; Lynn (last name not specified in transcript); Debbie Thomas; Dana Boette; Mary Arwood; and Courtney Allen. A motion to accept the recommendations was moved, seconded and recorded in the transcript as carried.
The Main Street manager also promoted upcoming community events, including a Farmers Market on Sept. 7 and other seasonal programming intended to boost downtown activity.
