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Toppenish Downtown Matching Grants Available NOW!

The purpose of the Downtown Revitalization Program (DRP) is to revitalize Toppenish downtown area through a public/private partnership to stimulate investment and economic development, reduce blight and improve the physical appearance of commercial buildings and related site elements. This program implements the City of Toppenish downtown revitalization efforts by transforming current commercial and vacant space into viable, attractive and economical market places.

With this in mind, the City has budgeted $200,000 ($100,000 for grants and $100,000 for loans) to support projects that improve the appearance and fill storefronts in the downtown core.  The inaugural year is 2010 for the program.  These funds, along with the commitment and participation of the business community, are intended to mutually benefit all Toppenish residents.  
Eligible property owners may apply for one or more Downtown Revitalization Matching Grants not to exceed a total of $25,000 per storefront (building and site). Therefore multiple applications may be filed over time. The applicant must provide matching funds equal to the amount of the grant.  Low interest loans are available to meet the match requirement. Applications will be carefully considered to ensure that budgeted funds are widely distributed and used in a timely manner. Grant awards and loan disbursements are limited to available funds for each fiscal year (January – December).

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