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Town awaits water-study grant decision; staff warned not to start work early
Summary
Municipal Solutions applied for a water-grant and the board expects notification in August; Chair warned that starting work before a grant award could void the grant and said the town has escrow funds to hire engineers if awarded.
The board discussed a pending water-study grant application submitted by Municipal Solutions and reviewed related proposals from MRB. Chair (speaker 4) said the grant application (described as a Craig/Graham grant) is under review and that Jeff Smith previously expected notification in August. Chair cautioned that beginning contracted work before award could "negate the grant," and said she has not signed any agreements or hired engineering firms until funding is confirmed.
Board members said they have shared available data with MRB and Municipal Solutions to inform cost estimates and the grant budget would include funding for staff time and legal assistance. Chair said the town would receive 50% of grant funds up front and up to 90% if the results are enacted; the board will decide whether to pursue the study without grant funding if the grant is denied.
