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Brookline adopts municipal decarbonization roadmap and an EV‑first fleet policy to qualify for state Climate Leaders funding

Brookline Select Board · December 17, 2025
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The Select Board voted to adopt a municipal decarbonization roadmap and a fleet electrification policy that prioritizes zero‑emission vehicles where feasible (with exemptions for emergency and snow‑response vehicles). Staff said the roadmap covers 41 town buildings (22 prioritized) and noted the fleet has risen from 1 to 34 fully electric vehicles since 2022.

The Brookline Select Board voted Dec. 16 to adopt a municipal decarbonization roadmap and a fleet management electrification policy, moves intended to qualify the town for the Massachusetts Climate Leaders Program and make it eligible for state grants and technical assistance.

Director of Sustainability Alexandra Vecchio told the board the Climate Leaders Program requires communities to adopt an EV‑first procurement policy and a municipal…

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