Moab got snubbed for state grant cash for a water project. Why? A state official basically said Moab's 'liberal' vibe clashes with the oil and gas money funding the grant. So, no water upgrades for now.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before.
This funding supports local arts, parks, and recreation initiatives.
Community partners and residents who utilize the services funded by these grants.
Moab residents are the ones who lose out, as their water project is now on hold.
‘Liberal Moab’ doesn’t support oil and gas, state grantmaker says, and it won’t get industry impact funds for a water project The Salt Lake Tribune
The council allocated $85,000 in RAP tax grant funding to support various community programs and projects.