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Commissioners ask for justification after Choose Baker requests larger grant increase
Summary
Choose Baker requested $45,000 this year, up from $30,000, prompting commissioners to ask for clearer justification and measurable deliverables before approving the increase.
Staff (speaker 5) presented outside-organization funding requests grouped under economic environment, including Choose Baker's request to increase county support from $30,000 to $45,000. The presenting staff said the organization’s letter states it expects to be more proactive in recruiting businesses and investment than prior arrangements.
Commissioners questioned the 50% increase and requested more justification and a plan of expected deliverables. "I don't mean to push back on him, but that's our due diligence," one commissioner said, asking staff to obtain clearer metrics to explain what the county would receive for the additional $15,000. Staff agreed to request a written justification and metrics from the organization before the board decides on funding.
