The Shelby County Supervisors have passed a resolution in support of obtaining Vision Iowa grant dollars for the Harlan Community Education Foundation. In the meeting this (Tuesday) morning, the Supervisors approved the resolution for the Merrill Field renovation project, but it was more than just an acknowledgement of support.

Supervisor Roger Schmitz said during the meeting, officials with Vision Iowa wanted to see a financial contribution before they approve grant monies for the foundation. He said the county received $15,000 from donor(s). Supervisor Kenkel said Vision Iowa requires local government participation in order to apply for the grant, which is no different than what the Therkildsen Center in Harlan had applied for.

The Harlan Community Education Foundation is asking for $500,000 from Vision Iowa for the renovation project to Merrill Field. Since it was donated to the County, the $15,000 will not fall on the taxpayers. The Supervisors approved the resolution with Kenkel’s vote abstained as he is on the Education Foundation board.

(Joel McCall/KNOD)