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Worcester received 41 applications for FY27 Community Development Block Grant funding, but requests exceed available funds, requiring the committee to narrow projects and programs for awards.
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The committee unanimously elected Joel Wallen as chairperson and Ismael Rivera as vice-chairperson, and appointed Steve Hill as recorder. Members will begin reviewing applications on February 25 and aim to complete the process by the end of March. Public facilities applications increased 150% from prior years, with average requests of about $130,000 for facilities and $53,000 for public services.
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