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After 14 years of punitive defunding ..
But a welcome return to the equitable funding road. #Bradford #LocalFunding
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Bradford a big winner as new Government funding for Councils announced
THE Government has significantly increased the amount of funding Bradford Council gets after the long awaited new funding formula is released.
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December 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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Very pleased to see a HUGE £54.2m allocated to Kent to tackle potholes across the County.

After years of the Tories neglecting our roads, this investment will improve road safety, reduce repair costs for drivers, and support local economies.

Happy #NationalPothole day!

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January 15, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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Ottawa County commissioners are diving deep into the complexities of emergency medical services funding—could a township-based model be the answer?

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Commissioners weigh township-based approach to EMS funding, seek external contacts
Ottawa County commissioners spent the bulk of the meeting exploring whether EMS funding should be apportioned by township or handled through interlocal agreements, agreeing to contact nearby Concordia/Cloud County officials for details on bookkeeping and legal structure.
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September 26, 2026 at 11:49 PM
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Franklin's future funding hangs in the balance as local leaders warn that statewide ballot Question 5 could jeopardize essential programs like school meals and mental health support.

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Council hears warnings that Question 5 could shrink Franklin funding
Councilors and visiting legislators warned that a proposed statewide revenue cap (Question 5) could cut funding available to Franklin, jeopardizing programs and earmarks; legislators urged voters to consider downstream effects on schools and municipal services.
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September 22, 2026 at 7:42 AM
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Veneta's council is ramping up efforts to tackle homelessness, pushing for state support and local solutions—will they succeed in creating sustainable shelter options?

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Veneta council identifies shelter and homeless response as a local priority
A councilor said shelter and homeless response should be a LOC priority; staff said most state funds flow to county agencies and the city would need land and preparation to apply for and operate local programs.
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August 25, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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Fairfield is gearing up for a vital downtown parking study, fueled by federal funding, and a consultant could be on board by year's end!

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Fairfield to seek consultant for downtown parking study using federal PL funds
MetroCOG told the commission it will use federal PL planning funds to support a downtown Fairfield parking study; proposals are due and the agency expects to select a consultant in the coming months.
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September 21, 2026 at 8:26 AM
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Morgan County is one step closer to a new North Berkeley Trailhead, with commissioners approving a $900,000 funding agreement that includes a local investment of $180,000!

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Commission authorizes Commissioner Clark to sign updated Trailhead funding agreement for North Berkeley project
Commissioners approved an amended funding agreement for a North Berkeley Trailhead project, clarified it covers the trailhead (not the trail), and authorized Commissioner Clark to sign the updated funding agreement; the project budget was discussed as roughly $900,000 with a 20% local match.
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September 22, 2026 at 3:18 AM
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The Village of Ellenville is taking a major step towards enhancing its water infrastructure with a proposed $1.5 million grant application for a new storage tank.

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Ellenville board advances water‑system CBPG package, agrees to a $60,000 local contribution
Trustees approved a set of resolutions tied to a CFA/CBPG application for a water storage tank project, including a site‑control letter for the North Gully Water Treatment Plan site, designation of the mayor as certifying officer, and a commitment to contribute $60,000 as local match while confirming the village will be the lead agency for environmental review.
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June 12, 2026 at 7:46 AM
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Warren County is set to revitalize local projects with leftover CDBG funds, including an exciting extension of the WhiteHat Trail for safer biking!

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Commissioners authorize 2026 CDBG application and reallocate leftover funds to local projects including WhiteHat Trail extension
The board approved resolutions authorizing submission of the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application and a budget modification to move leftover CDBG funds into ongoing projects; the WhiteHat Trail extension and a PennDOT agreement were discussed and Josh Cotton was authorized to sign project documents.
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September 20, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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Eugene City Council just took a bold step to support immigrant communities by directing staff to explore funding for local nonprofits amid rising federal enforcement fears.

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Eugene council directs staff to explore funding for immigrant-support nonprofits, approves $50,000 contingency
The Eugene City Council voted unanimously Dec. 8 to have the city manager investigate funding needs for local nonprofits aiding immigrant residents and to draft a resolution reaffirming support; council also amended the supplemental budget to set aside $50,000 in council contingency for possible near-term use.
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December 20, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Clay County's Soil and Water Conservation District is sounding the alarm as they request a 6.2% increase in funding to safeguard vital services amidst shrinking state grants.

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Soil and Water Conservation District seeks 6.2% county increase as state grants shrink
Clay County's Soil and Water Conservation District told commissioners it is requesting a 6.2% increase in county funding for 2027 because state grants remain restricted and flat; SWCD staff reported about $300,000 in reserves and warned cuts have eroded program flexibility.
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July 24, 2026 at 1:19 PM
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Stacy Riley, CEO of the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence, warns that cutting the crucial $33,000 budget allocation could jeopardize vital services for victims across Mississippi.

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Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence urges Biloxi to keep $33,000 in budget
Stacy Riley, CEO of the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence, told the council the agency is the state's largest victim-service provider and asked that the city retain $33,000 in local support to leverage federal and state grants and maintain shelter and victim services.
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August 22, 2026 at 6:51 PM
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Oxford City Council is taking a bold step towards community recreation by applying for $180,000 to build a new skate park, but what does this mean for other local projects?

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Council authorizes CDBG application and local match for new skate park
Council authorized the city manager to apply for up to $180,000 in Butler County Community Development Block Grant funding for construction of a new skate park and approved a local match of up to $110,000; staff said the project meets the CDBG national objective because it serves a low- to moderate-income area.
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October 29, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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In a pivotal vote, the Community Preservation Committee warns that reducing the local CPA surcharge could cost Westford over $1 million annually and jeopardize vital projects.

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Westford CPC unanimously opposes petition to cut CPA surcharge from 3% to 2%
The CPC voted unanimously to oppose a citizen petition that would lower the Community Preservation Act surcharge from 3% to 2%, arguing the cut would reduce state matching funds and remove about $1.1M–$1.2M in local annual revenue for town obligations and projects.
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September 19, 2026 at 9:13 AM
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Suffern is exploring a $20 million tensile-field house that could generate up to $400,000 a year—could this be the game-changer for local sports?

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Suffern considers separate ~$20M field house that would be locally funded; consultants say it could earn $300K–$400K a year
Superintendent described an additional ballot question for a tensile field house (200m track, courts and turf) estimated near $20 million, not eligible for state aid; the district is exploring offsets such as capital reserves and potential rental revenue.
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September 19, 2026 at 2:40 AM
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Massachusetts is paving the way for innovative transit solutions with a groundbreaking $10 million grant that promises to enhance mobility across communities!

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MassDOT confirms FY25 award for 'the link' and adds FY26 funding
A MassDOT representative confirmed the link was selected for FY25 micro‑transit and last‑mile grant funding and said additional FY26 funding has been awarded; state lawmakers highlighted a $10,000,000 appropriation with about 10% flowing back to local projects.
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September 16, 2026 at 10:57 PM
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David Moran is urging the council to take charge of local energy reliability and seize a unique opportunity for up to 40% loan forgiveness to strengthen our city's power capacity.

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Developer urges council to prioritize local power capacity and pursue USDA PARCC funds for microgrid
Energy Field Security's David Moran asked council to screen 1133 Main Street and brief council quickly about eligibility for USDA PARCC loan‑forgiveness (up to 40%) to finance local generation, storage, and microgrids that would bolster municipal reliability without new local taxes.
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September 10, 2026 at 7:29 AM
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Berrien County faces a looming funding gap as state grants dwindle, potentially leading to a countywide millage to keep essential services afloat.

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County staff warn of funding gap; countywide millage possible after three-year grants
Presenters estimated $2.0–2.3 million in year-one operating needs and said state supplemental grants (if awarded) would taper over three years, leaving a potential need for a countywide millage to sustain services after grant assistance ends.
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September 8, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Delaware County Transit is gearing up for a big November vote, proposing a crucial 0.2% sales tax to enhance services, expand their fleet, and improve mobility for everyone!

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Delaware County Transit seeks local 0.2% sales-tax to expand service; Sunbury to gain hours and zones
Delaware County Transit director Andy Volnick told Sunbury council the agency is asking voters to approve a 0.2% sales-tax measure in November to fund service expansion, more vehicles and facility upgrades; the presentation cited staff growth to ~80, a $6.8 million operating budget, and record ridership.
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September 4, 2026 at 1:57 AM
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Amidst looming changes from Amendment 3 and federal funding reauthorization, local governments face a critical crossroads that could reshape their financial commitments to a merged MPO.

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Officials flag uncertainty from Amendment 3 and federal reauthorization for local match needs
Workshop participants warned that Amendment 3 (constitutional/tax initiative on the ballot) and pending federal reauthorization could change PL/PO formulas and local-match calculations, increasing uncertainty about how much counties must budget for a merged MPO.
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September 3, 2026 at 10:08 AM
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Dallas County is investing over $7.5 million to build a state-of-the-art ambulance storage facility, ensuring better emergency response for residents!

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Dallas County board authorizes $7.51 million in sales-tax-backed bonds for ambulance storage facility
The Dallas County Board of Supervisors on Aug. 26 unanimously approved two resolutions authorizing $7,510,000 in subordinate Local Option Sales & Services Tax bonds to fund an ambulance storage facility, appointing UMB Bank as trustee and establishing sinking and reserve funds.
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September 3, 2026 at 3:38 AM
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A proposed $2.5M start-up subsidy and $5.5M FDOT float could reshape funding for Hillsborough County, but will smaller cities be left behind?

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TPO staff lays out $2.5M startup subsidy, $5.5M FDOT float and proposed 55¢/capita local dues
Staff presented draft financials for a regional MPO: a $2.5M one-time start-up subsidy, a $5.5M FDOT capital float, projected annual grants of roughly $10M, and proposed local dues starting at 55¢ per capita (with sample first-year amounts for Hillsborough, Tampa, Plant City and Temple Terrace).
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September 1, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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Local nonprofits are feeling the strain as new rules for Rapid Rehousing and ESG limit their ability to help those in need, leaving many without vital support.

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Local nonprofit says Rapid Rehousing/ESG rule changes have 'tied our hands'
A Carbon County nonprofit representative told the task force that recent Rapid Rehousing and ESG rule changes — including automatic referrals and match requirements — have limited local agencies' ability to use funds, forcing some to stop participating in the program.
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August 25, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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Virginia's school board is seeking $823,892 to ensure a critical 2% salary boost for locally funded positions, but is this the solution to recruitment and retention challenges?

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Board approves asking city for $823,892 to extend state salary boost to locally funded positions
After the General Assembly increased base funding, the district asked the city for $823,892 to provide an additional 2% salary increase for locally funded positions (bringing total to 4%) while reducing the one-time employee bonus to $1,200; the board approved the request.
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August 22, 2026 at 1:56 PM
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Chandler Unified has just approved a bold FY27 capital plan focused on exciting locally funded projects, but what's behind the decision to forgo state funding for new construction?

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Board approves FY27 capital plan; district not seeking state funding for new construction
The Chandler Unified board approved the FY27 capital plan, which will be submitted to the Arizona School Facility Division. District officials clarified no state funding requests for new square footage; several locally funded projects remain, including a Chandler High cafeteria expansion and Hartford Elementary rebuild.
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August 22, 2026 at 10:23 AM