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Ann Arbor council approves limited EV rebate program with income eligibility
Summary
Council voted unanimously to launch a limited electric vehicle rebate initiative aimed at helping households at or below 120% of area median income transition from gas to electric, while maintaining existing bike and home-energy rebate lines.
The Ann Arbor City Council approved a resolution on May 18 launching a limited electric vehicle rebate initiative designed to mitigate rising fuel costs and help households transition from gasoline to electric vehicles.
Councilmember Cornell explained the initiative is intended as part of a larger set of climate and affordability incentives; she said the Office of Sustainability and Innovation currently manages approximately $1.9 million in rebate funds for home energy and electric rebates, and that a separate line exists for cargo bikes and e-bikes. Councilmember Mercado clarified eligibility rules, saying the EV rebates will be available to households at or below 120% of area median income.
"These rebates will matter for Ann Arborites who are looking to transition to electric," Councilmember Briggs said in support, noting higher state registration fees for EVs and the financial strain on residents.
The council approved the DC6 resolution unanimously with 11 council members voting in favor, satisfying the required threshold for passage.
Staff at the Office of Sustainability and Innovation will administer the program according to the eligibility criteria described at the meeting; councilmembers asked residents to consult the OSI website for program details.
