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Select board approves application for historic window restoration grant for town hall
Summary
Town grant coordinator recommended applying for a Vermont Division of Historic Preservation grant to fund a full restoration of upstairs windows (class 3) estimated at $48,600 with a 50% match; the board voted to apply.
The grant coordinator presented prioritized historic preservation projects and said the town could apply for restoration funding when the Vermont Division of Historic Preservation grant opens in August. She reported the clock tower does not need structural work but the upstairs windows could benefit from full restoration; she gave a full‑restoration estimate of $48,600 and noted the grant is a 50% match program.
Board members discussed project scope, match options from town reserves and possible funding through town meeting or budget articles. A motion to apply for the Vermont Division of Historic Preservation grant for window restoration carried by voice vote. The coordinator said decisions are expected in October if the application is submitted.
