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Commission eyes SHIP grant for dredging or street‑end improvements; asks for treasurer's report
Summary
With SHIP grant applications due in September, commissioners discussed targeting dredging or street‑end improvements but noted permitting and title searches remain outstanding; they requested a current treasurer's report to determine matching fund availability.
Staff told the commission that the SHIP grant application window opens in September and requires a municipal match. Commissioners debated whether to pursue dredging, street‑end improvements, kayak launches or simpler amenities such as benches or kayak racks. Amelia Williams cautioned that permitting and title searches would make a full dredging application difficult on a fast timeline but suggested smaller pilot projects might be feasible.
Commissioners asked for a treasurer's report to confirm the commission's available cash for a match. One commissioner estimated the commission's balance in the range of about $80,000–$100,000 and requested a formal report before committing to a match or target project. Staff will return with updated budget numbers and recommendations on candidate projects and permitting timelines.
