Everett considering ARPA money for business boost, gun buyback
EVERETT — Everett could use millions in untapped federal relief money to pay for council-directed COVID-19 recovery projects, support local businesses and help buy back more unwanted guns.
The city received $20.7 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. So far, the city used the money on temporary shelters, public bathrooms, social workers and other projects.
The Everett City Council on Wednesday heard proposals for spending another nearly $1.4 million. They’re scheduled to vote on the items this week.
“These are things that we don’t have the money to do and we’re trying to do these things for our community,” Mayor Cassie Franklin told the council.
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