Why can’t grant money be used for other needed projects around the city like paving streets or updating sewer or water infrastructure?

Due to grant parameters, grant funds can only be utilized for the grant project as outlined and approved by the governing grant agency or organization.  Grants require a detailed budget and accounting for all money awarded.  Any deviation from the approved project not only jeopardizes any current projects but can affect the ability to receive grant funding in the future.  Grant funding is not a blank check for the City to use at its own discretion.

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1. Why are grants needed?
2. How do grants work?
3. Why can’t grant money be used for other needed projects around the city like paving streets or updating sewer or water infrastructure?
4. How are projects chosen? My neighborhood park could really use some improvements.
5. What can I do to help?