Board hears comp-plan and economic development updates; workforce housing, grants and a business toolkit in development

Mar 19, 2026

Staff reported two grant projects (Mill Creek and Mountain To Rivers) are advancing pending state contract signatures, the town is seeking modest matching funds, and the board is developing a business toolkit and workforce-housing strategies with target price points to help local workers stay in-town.

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The board received a multi-topic committee update on the comprehensive plan and economic development. Staff said two grant-funded projects (Mill Creek and Mountain To Rivers) are advancing but remain in a holding pattern while the state signs contracts; the town is seeking small matching contributions (estimated $9,000–$20,000) from private sources to move the projects to implementation.

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