Local groups seek $1.25M

BASTROP — City Council received more than two dozen funding requests from local organizations during a special session earlier this month, totaling about $1.25 million in proposed community support.

The submissions were part of the city’s annual community partner funding process, which takes place ahead of the next fiscal year’s budget adoption. City Manager Sylvia Carrillo-Trevino said final funding amounts will be determined during the city’s budget discussions, based on the tax rate, available funds and council direction.

“Every year we provide an opportunity for the community assets and community support groups which by and large help the city continue its mission and assist its residents,” Carrillo-Trevino said.