Hillsdale board approves application for $40,000 HRBT grant to fund bench construction

The Chair introduced a resolution to apply for an HRBT grant in the amount of $40,000 to support bench construction. The Chair said the town is "expecting to be over budget based on tariffs and construction cost" and that grant funds would help avoid dipping into the general park fund for items such as picnic tables and pavilions. A motion to apply was made (recorded as Bart then Erwin) and approved unanimously.

Board members emphasized getting the application in promptly so available grant funds could be considered; the Chair noted that if bids came in low the funds could be used more generally for park needs, reducing pressure on the town's park fund. The transcript records the amount ($40,000) and the motion; it does not specify grant deadlines, grant program full name beyond the "HRBT" acronym, or the number of projects that would be funded if multiple applications were allowed.