Jackson County Faces Deadline to Decide on $70 Million in COVID-19 Relief Funds for Infrastructure and Local Support
According to KC Today, Jackson County needs to decide how to use its remaining $70 million in COVID-19 relief funds by the end of the year, or the money will be taken back by the federal government. This money came from the American Rescue Plan Act, which was meant to help after the pandemic. So far, about $1.2 million went to vaccinations, $17 million helped local health projects, and the rest was used for different local needs.
Right now, officials are debating how to spend the $70 million. Ideas include fixing up the 1300 Washington St. government building or giving grants to local charities. The money can only be used for certain things, like improving water and sewer systems, helping businesses and households affected by the pandemic, or replacing lost public revenue. It cannot be used for tax cuts or pension funds.
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$70 Million in COVID-19 Relief Funds: Jackson County’s Tight Deadline to Decide on Allocation (PHOTO: International Monetary Fund (IMF))
Deadline Looms as Jackson County Considers Using $70 Million for Water Projects or Teacher Bonuses
With the deadline approaching, people are suggesting different ways to use the COVID-19 relief funds, like investing in water projects or giving bonuses to teachers. The county must make a decision soon to ensure the money is used properly and not lost.
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