Businesses, clubs, organisations and individuals can apply for Horsham Rural City Council’s COVID-19 Support Grants package.
Applications have opened after the council adopted its 2020-21 budget. The council will inject all $484,000 raised from a two percent rate increase back into the municipality to support community sectors most impacted by the pandemic.
The council formally adopted its budget at a meeting this week. It rubber-stamped the plan after voting against a rescission motion from Cr John Robinson.
Council debate regarding the rescission motion was based on how appropriate the budget was in responding to circumstances surrounding COVID-19 restrictions.
The new funding package will provide support through the following streams:
Stronger business
Grants of up to $5000 to support innovation, operational improvements, marketing strategies, and business growth in response to the challenges of COVID-19.
Recreation and community recovery