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Staff pursues recycling grants and recommends Ballinger Beautiful affiliation
Summary
City staff said grants could support recycling improvements (aluminum collection, electric hookup, tire trailer) and recommended affiliating with Ballinger Beautiful to access grants and volunteers; staff estimated available grants of about $4,000–$5,000 for nearby towns.
Staff told council a visiting representative has identified grants and assistance to expand the city's recycling program, including starting aluminum collection and securing an electric hookup and a tire trailer. Staff said grant funds and volunteer programs could reduce city costs and recommended affiliating with Ballinger Beautiful to gain access to additional grants and technical assistance.
A staff member said the visiting team could provide volunteers for cleanup events and that pairing with neighboring towns or plans could unlock more funding or equipment (for example, a scale). Staff estimated roughly $4,000–$5,000 in grant funds might be available for nearby towns and encouraged council support for pursuing the opportunities.
