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Economic Development Council

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Aug 18, 2026

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Wakefield

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Council Funds Local Business Support Programs

Published Aug 18, 2026

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Briefing

May 7, 2026

Economic development projects move forward

A regional microtransit pilot received grant funding, with a request for proposals expected in June and service anticipated later this year. The Council also reported that approximately $289,000 remains budgeted for the Façade and Sign Improvement Program, subject to upcoming reimbursements.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Apr 2, 2026

Council Advances Small Business Mentorship Program

The Council unanimously advanced a proposed small business mentorship program to the next stage of development. Members also reviewed approximately $30,000–$32,000 in remaining ARPA funds, while deferring decisions on extending Project Pop-Up and launching small business education until funding and additional data are reviewed.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Mar 5, 2026

Economic Development Council meeting summary

The Council unanimously approved three quarterly reports on economic development spending funded through ARPA and reported that approximately $14,000 remains uncommitted, subject to change as projects are completed. In other actions, it rescinded a $2,400 teacher gift-card allocation, postponed the ice rink discussion until summer, and requested more information before deciding whether to extend the pop-up storefront program.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Feb 5, 2026

Council Drops Teacher Gift Card Program

The Economic Development Council decided not to proceed with a proposed $2,400 gift card program for Galvin Middle School staff after concerns about labor law, fairness, procurement, and administration. Approximately $52,000 remains in Economic Development Council ARPA funds, which must be spent or closed out by the end of 2026.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 8, 2026

Council Funds Local Business Support Programs

The Council unanimously allocated $15,000 for a business video marketing program, including $10,000 for WCAT and $5,000 for other vetted vendors. It also approved up to $2,400 for an equal-share gift card pilot for Galvin Middle School employees, with individual cards capped at $40.

1 min readMunicipal coverage