Jackson County COVID Cash Fight Cont'd

Followup on community conversation and ongoing discussion . . . We'll have more on this one but for now here's the local the talk this week . . .

During the public hearing, leaders from non-profits and community organizations, such as the Mattie Rhodes Center and Englewood Arts, explained how they would use the money.

“These organizations were made aware that they were going to be awarded much-needed funds to continue our missions. Those funds have still not come over a year later,” said public hearing speaker and Executive Director of Englewood Arts Michael Baxley. “Our organization and many others in this room that provide critical services to families and citizens of Jackson County are still feeling the impacts of COVID to this day. We urge you to find a compromise to get these final funds obligated before the end of 2024.”

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Public hearing held in Jackson County regarding use of ARPA funds

A public hearing regarding the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds was held during the Jackson County Legislative meeting on Monday afternoon.

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