Webster staff seek quick Monroe County climate grant for roadside native plantings

Jul 2, 2026

At the July 2 workshop, town staff presented a time‑sensitive Monroe County Community Climate Action Fund pilot grant (applications due July 8) proposing to replace about 3.4 acres of town‑maintained grassy rights‑of‑way with low‑height native plantings; staff asked the board to approve a local match and a resolution for the application.

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On July 2, town staff presented a short‑notice opportunity to apply for the Monroe County Community Climate Action Fund Pilot Program, which would provide municipal funding for greenhouse‑gas reduction projects. Maria Der, the town’s presenter, told the board the program has $200,000 total and a maximum award of $10,000 for a single municipality (up to $15,000 if partnered with another entity), with a minimum 50% local match.

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