Apply for $10-20 million EPA grant to electrify low-income neighborhood
In Plain English
The city seeks federal funding to pilot a program that converts homes from natural gas to electricity in one Richmond neighborhood. The EPA Community Change Grant would pay for installing electric heating and appliances while disconnecting gas lines. If approved, the city partners with community groups but pays no matching funds.
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Approve consent calendar
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