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Klamath County commissioners authorize application for Business Oregon Brownfield grant
Summary
The Board of Commissioners unanimously authorized county staff to apply for up to $60,000 from Business Oregon’s Brownfield program, requiring a 10% local match; staff said the program’s shift to direct funding shortens the application turnaround.
Terry Wells, property management, told the Board the county submitted a project information form March 13 and received an invitation to apply for a Business Oregon Brownfield grant on March 25. Wells said the grant would be for up to $60,000 and requires a 10% applicant match and that the program’s terms have shifted from reimbursement to direct funding, requiring a quicker turnaround on the application.
Commissioner Nichols moved to authorize the chair to sign the grant application; the board voted unanimously to approve the authorization. Terry Wells said he will enter the approval for a future Business Meeting agenda for formal endorsement.
Why it matters: Brownfield grants typically fund assessment and cleanup work that can remove impediments to redevelopment, and having direct funds available can speed project timelines. The county did not specify the site(s) targeted in the application or a project schedule.
Next steps: Staff will submit the application, and the item will be placed on a Business Meeting agenda for any required additional action.
