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City awaits potential $3 million EPA grant for Lamplighter Block redevelopment
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City Manager Quinn Bennion said Vernal is awaiting notice on a potential $3 million EPA grant for Lamplighter Block environmental remediation and redevelopment; staff reviewed ongoing CIP projects and outside funding leveraged for infrastructure work.
During the FY2027 capital improvement discussion, City Manager Quinn Bennion and Public Works Director Keith Despain updated the council on major projects and funding. Bennion said the City is awaiting notification regarding a potential $3 million Environmental Protection Agency grant tied to Lamplighter Block remediation, which would reduce the City's direct remediation and redevelopment costs if awarded.
Councilmembers discussed active projects such as the American Subdivision utility improvements, the 3500 West transmission line, and the 100 North water and sewer replacement; Despain reported construction progressing on each and noted additional Community Impact Board funding recently approved to support roadway improvements. Councilmember Nick Porter asked staff to prepare a future summary showing the amount of grant funding and outside resources leveraged for major redevelopment projects once projects are completed.
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