CPA funding proposals sought
GREENFIELD — The Community Preservation Committee is seeking proposals for projects requesting Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding for fiscal year 2026.
One-page pre-applications, which are required for determining project eligibility, are now available at greenfield-ma.gov/cpcfunding and are due by Wednesday, Sept. 17. Applicants whose projects are deemed eligible for funding will be invited to submit a complete application by Nov. 17.
The committee has approximately $276,000 to allocate toward projects submitted by individuals, community groups, nonprofits, businesses and city government that enhance affordable housing, historic preservation and outdoor recreation/open space.
“Community Preservation Act funding is a key resource for projects that both preserve and enhance our community for current and future generations,” Mayor Ginny Desorgher said in a statement. “I am proud that Greenfield participates in this program, which brings considerable state funding into our community.”
CPA funds are generated through the city’s participation in a state program that allows a 1% surcharge on property taxes to be dedicated to these priorities. That amount is then supplemented each year by state funding. The city has received more than $175,000 in matching funds from its first three distributions.
After a review of applications with public input, the committee will vote to recommend funding for projects in spring 2026. A City Council vote is required to appropriate CPA funds for the selected projects.
Those interested in learning more about the process or applying are encouraged to attend one of the committee’s meetings or contact Community Development Administrator Anna Oltman at 413-772-1548, ext. 5 or cpc@greenfield-ma.gov.
Vote-by-mail applications available for Sept. 9 election
GREENFIELD — Ahead of the local preliminary election on Tuesday, Sept. 9, the City Clerk’s Office is reminding residents of their ability to vote by mail and the deadlines for submitting a vote-by-mail application.
Absentee or vote-by-mail ballot applications must be submitted annually. The last day to submit a vote-by-mail application for the preliminary election is Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 5 p.m. To learn more about both procedures, visit greenfield-ma.gov/departments/city_clerk/elections_and_voting.php.
The deadline for voter registration or to change voter information for this election is Friday, Aug. 29, at 5 p.m. Greenfield residents can register to vote by visiting the City Clerk’s Office during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.) or online at sec.state.ma.us/OVR/. A dropbox is available 24 hours a day for all municipal correspondence, including return ballots and applications to vote by mail.
With questions, call the City Clerk’s Office at 413-772-1555.