Commission Updates Climate Projects, Discusses Stormwater Infrastructure
The Commission on Climate Action and Sustainability discussed stormwater infrastructure challenges and multiple ongoing climate initiatives with Councilor Winslow.
Commission on Climate Action and Sustainability · Meeting of April 8, 2026
MALDEN — The Commission on Climate Action and Sustainability discussed stormwater infrastructure challenges and multiple ongoing climate initiatives with Councilor Winslow. Councilor Stephen Winslow presented on 50 million dollars in American Rescue Plan Act funding allocated for water and sewer improvements. Amanda Treat reported the rain barrel program is capping enrollment at 150 units with subsidized pricing, and Rebekah McPheeters noted the city will lose positions due to the failure of the recent override vote.
The Commission reviewed clean energy coach research with grant applications under review including the Power Grant and New England Heat Pump Accelerator program.
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Source: the Commission on Climate Action and Sustainability meeting of April 8, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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