Item 89

Authorize the Division of Economic Development to budget and expend prior year carry forward funds in the amount of $128,559 and reallocate appropriations between expense accounts in the amount of $18,024 for a total of $146,583 for the purpose of creating a ten-year economic development strategy for NH. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2018. 100% Other Funds. Fiscal Committee approved. (2)Further authorize to accept and expend federal grant funds in the amount of $140,000 from the Economic Development Administration and $42,000 from the Northern Borders Regional Commission for a total of $182,000 for the purpose of creating a ten-year economic development strategy for NH. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2018. 100% Federal Funds. (3)Further authorize to establish a class 046 Consultant for the purpose of creating a ten-year economic development strategy for NH. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2018.