Selectboard needs Volunteers for Committee on ARPA funds

The Town of Windham has been awarded $120,000 through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and decisions need to be made about how to spend it.  Officially, the ARPA funds serve to help turn the tide on the pandemic, address its economic fallout, and lay the foundation for a strong and equitable recovery.

The Selectboard is creating a committee to decide how to use this money, as there are many options, everything from assisting households, small businesses, and nonprofits that have been negatively impacted by the pandemic, to investing in needed broadband infrastructure.  Some other options include promoting tourism, supporting artistic endeavors, providing educational services, and funding climate mitigation efforts, such as buying an electric school bus or installing solar panels.

A diverse group is wanted to serve on Windham’s ARPA committee – young parents, retirees, those of all ages, business owners, educators, environmentalists, artists, broadband enthusiasts, health care providers, members of the WCO – those who care about the well-being of our town.

If you would like to serve on the committee, please contact George Dutton at georgedutton@gmail.com or Michael Pelton at michael.herbert.pelton@gmail.com.