Keystone managers propose small‑grants program and coordinate nicotine‑tax allocations
Town managers outlined plans to coordinate nicotine‑tax distributions, reserve 40% for cessation programs, earmark funds for a set of health and social nonprofits, and create a small competitive grants program (staff recommended microgrants up to $5,000, total pool discussed in the $35,000–$60,000 range). The council asked for application and reporting details.
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The town manager briefed council on nicotine‑tax revenues and a proposed approach to administer and coordinate funds with other towns. He said 40% of nicotine taxes will continue to support cessation programs and that town managers are proposing pooled decision‑making for the remaining funds to ensure allocations reflect current needs; the manager said early allocations will prioritize organizations the county and towns have historically supported (FERC emergency rental assistance, Building Hope, Elevated Community Care Clinic).
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