 Tariffs Reduce Scope of Habitat for Humanity Housing ProjectBecause of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, the funding gap nearly tripled. To make the project happen, Habitat had to save nearly $200,000 by cutting the ADU, which is now allowed by right in Massachusetts.  Neal Touts Federal Aid to Support Renovation of Symbol of DemocracyA longtime Democratic member of Congress on Thursday lauded the democratic ideals embodied in a local landmark.  Federal Cuts Include North Adams Culvert ProjectThe Trump administration's cut $90 million in disaster prevention aid for the state including a culvert project on Galvin Road.  North Adams, Partners Celebrate $17.3M in Federal Money Toward Bike PathIt's been 26 years since the concept of a Connecticut to Vermont bike trail was first proposed — and 130 since a proposal was put forward for a path between North Adams and Williamstown. BRPC Plans for Steep Cuts in FundingThe Berkshire Regional Planning Commission is preparing for drastic cuts in the federal budget that may be in the offing.  Mass Federal Funding Office Starts Outreach in BerkshiresOn Monday, the Federal Funds and Infrastructure Office held a community roadshow at the Berkshire Innovation Center.  Pittsfield's East Street Redevelopment Gets Additional $8MThe $14.6 million redevelopment of East Street has gotten a boost from redistribution funds. |
