Title
A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE CITY MANAGER’S APPLICATION FOR AN ECOSMART CHOICE SUSTAINABILITY GRANT TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR TREE PLANTING PROGRAMS AND ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
Brief Summary: American Municipal Power has notified the City of Hudson of an opportunity to apply for an ECOSMART Choice Sustainability Grant for its participation in the ECOSMART Choice Program.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
The EcoSmart Choice program, approved by the AMP Board of Trustees, includes a provision to return unused program funds to participating members in the form of sustainability grants. These grants are designed to recognize EcoSmart Choice communities that demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability through local projects focusing on environmental, economic, and community benefits. The sustainability grants program ensures that participating communities reap the full benefits of their investment in renewable energy and sustainability.
Based on the total kWh purchased through this program, Hudson is entitled to a grant disbursement in an amount up to $21,859.07, which represents its proportional share of the remaining program funds from the EcoSmart Choice 2024 program year.
Funds received from this grant have limited permitted uses. Public Works plans on using these funds to promote additional tree plantings in public spaces, along with energy and environmental education programs at our public events.
Timing Considerations
Due to an April 1 deadline, staff will submit this application and requests Council’s affirmation with passage of this Resolution.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council pass this Resolution, affirming staff’s submission of an application to American Municipal Power for an amount not to exceed $21,859.07.
Submitted by,
Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager
Kevin Powell, Director of Public Works
Jena Stasik, Community Relations manager