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County sustainability office argues updated stormwater reimbursements will expand participation; supporters cite equity
Summary
The Office of Community Sustainability proposed raising reimbursement rates for on‑site residential and nonresidential stormwater best‑management practices, including a 100% reimbursement at $1 out‑of‑pocket for households at 250% of the poverty level or below. Supporters said higher rates will remove financial barriers and expand contractor options; no questions were raised at the hearing.
Julie Constantino of Howard County’s Office of Community Sustainability presented Council Resolution 35, which updates reimbursement rates for residential and nonresidential on‑site stormwater best‑management practices.
Constantino said the update is part of a larger revamp that combines two existing residential programs into a…
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