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Committee explores permeable pavement and rain gardens for town parking and sidewalks
Somerset Environment Committee · September 17, 2025
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Summary
Somerset’s committee discussed porous paving, bioretention and rain‑garden options for town parking lots and sidewalks to reduce runoff; members asked Justin to check capital‑plan timing and available grants such as Chesapeake Bay Trust rainscape programs.
Committee members discussed whether the town should use permeable pavers or newer porous concrete when resurfacing the town hall and pool parking lots or replacing sidewalks. David noted permeable pavers can be costly and less effective on slopes, and other members flagged…
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