Award $225,000 in environmental grants to 16 local organizations
In Plain English
A committee reviewed applications and recommends funding 16 groups that work on environmental and community projects. One organization called the Mindful Life Project raised eligibility concerns. If approved, the city manager can finalize contracts with all approved groups to distribute the grant money.
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Votes
To adopt Resolution No. 52-21 excluding the Mindful Life Project, and direct staff to further investigate the concerns and report back to the Council
7 to 0
Public Comments
1 public comment — 1 spoken
- Hakim JohnsonIn person
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