Commissioners approve $31,696 in Community Benefit awards for three local projects

Aug 5, 2026

Somerset County approved Community Benefit matching grants totaling $31,696: $15,000 each to New Portland Lions Club and West Forks Fire Department, and $1,696 to Smithfield Fire Department (Resolution 26-136).

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The Somerset County Commissioners voted 5-0 on Aug. 5 to approve Community Benefit awards for three applicants, totaling $31,696 under Resolution 26-136. Awards include $15,000 to the New Portland Lions Club for fairground electrical upgrades; $15,000 to the West Forks Fire Department for a vehicle and radio purchase; and $1,696 to the Smithfield Fire Department for tablet purchases.

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