State's One Stop for Growth Open for Applications

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BOSTON — The Community One Stop for Growth application portal has opened for submissions for fiscal 2027. The portal is overseen by the Executive Office of Economic Development and provides a streamlined process for municipalities and organizations to apply for 14 state economic development grant programs. 

One Stop grant programs are administered by EOED, the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, and the quasi-public agency MassDevelopment. Programs in the One Stop offer direct funding and support to housing and economic development projects related to community activation and placemaking, planning and zoning, site preparation, building construction, and infrastructure. 

"The Community One Stop for Growth is about helping communities deliver for their residents," said Gov. Maura Healey. "It reflects our belief that strong local leadership, inclusive economic growth, and a high quality of life go hand in hand. By making state support easier to navigate, we're helping cities and towns build housing, strengthen downtowns, and create opportunity for people across Massachusetts."

Municipalities and organizations wishing to apply for funding through the One Stop may begin by participating in an Expression of Interest process beginning today. During this time, applicants may receive guidance on priority projects from EOED staff before submitting a full application. Applicants may begin working on their applications now in the application portal. EOED will accept full applications from May 4 through June 3, with awards announced in the fall. For more information and to learn how to apply, visit www.mass.gov/onestop

This year, the One Stop will add the Seaport Economic Council Grant Program to the application process. 

A full list of programs offered through the One Stop is available online.  

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Friday Front Porch Feature: A Move-in Ready House

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

PITTSFIELD, Mass. —  Are you looking for a family home in a nice neighborhood? Then this might just be the home for you.

Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 149 Kittredge Road.

This four-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath raised ranch was built in 1970 and is 2,140 square feet on a third of an acre.

It is listed for $465,000 with Lammachia Realty.

The main floor includes a kitchen, a living room and dining room, and three bedrooms, including the master. The fully furnished basement has the fourth bedroom, a half-bath, and another living room with a fireplace and a sliding glass door to the outside. A deck is off the kitchen.

Comes with range, double wall ovens, refrigerator, washer and dryer; heat and hot water are natural gas.

The two-car garage is under the main floor and accessed through the basement. 

The yard is spacious enough for events or family fun.

You can find out more on its listing here.

*Front Porch Feature brings you an exclusive to some of the houses listed on our real estate page every week. 

 

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