[MassHistPres] CPA funding for historic churches

[roberta cameron]

Both Medford and Somerville have funded church-related projects since the
Acton decision. The projects have involved restoration of basic exterior
building elements such as doors, windows (non-stained glass), roofs, and
installing a handicapped accessible entrance. The religious organizations
are treated like any non-religious private organization that applies for
funding, as long as there is not religious imagery or a faith-based mission
implicit in the work that CPA is being asked to pay for. But for every
project it is best to run it by legal council before determining whether
it's eligible.

-Roberta

On Wed, Feb 16, 2022 at 11:02 AM Jamie Webb <jwebb at easthamptonma.gov> wrote:

> Hi Betty, this sounds like a question that the Community Preservation
> Coalition would be best able to answer. Stuart Saginor <
> stuart.saginor at communitypreservation.org>, the executive director, is
> very knowledgeable and helpful. Alternatively, you could also browse the
> technical assistance section of their website:
> https://www.communitypreservation.org/technical-assistance#anchor_historic
>
> Jamie Webb
> Assistant Planner - City of Easthampton Planning Department
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>
>
> On Wed, Feb 16, 2022 at 8:36 AM Betty Slade <dcolebslade at aol.com> wrote:
>
>> My understanding is that some CPA communities are still able to give
>> grants to churches despite the Supreme Court ruling.  There seem to be some
>> purposes for which funding can be provided.
>>
>> Could anyone give me examples of  such funding since the Supreme Court
>> ruling?
>>
>> Any information would be much appreciated.
>>
>> Betty Slade
>> Chair, CPC, Westport
>>
>>
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