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Farmers Branch sustainability committee reports EV grant, tree canopy work and water‑conservation steps
Summary
The Sustainability Committee presented a year‑end update describing grant awards and programs including a Department of Energy EV grant ($76,570) used to purchase two city electric vehicles, ongoing tree‑canopy outreach and giveaways, a planned smart‑meter water dashboard rollout and recommendations for rebate and preservation policies.
The Farmers Branch Sustainability Committee presented its annual update to council on Nov. 4, outlining recent grants, community programs and near‑term policy recommendations.
Key points presented by the committee chair and staff:
• Department of Energy electric‑vehicle grant. The city received a $76,570 Department of Energy grant that the committee said was applied to purchase two city electric vehicles and to…
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