Pay 5 local groups $10,000 each for climate grant paperwork

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In Plain English

Richmond won a $35 million state climate grant in October 2022 for 9 projects including bike improvements, free solar panels, and tree planting. The state provides $100,000 to help complete required paperwork before the city can access the main grant. If approved, the city distributes this money to 5 partner organizations that helped create the winning application.

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Votes

To approve said contracts

Moved by: Councilmember McLaughlinSeconded by: Councilmember Jimenez
Passed

5 to 1

Thomas K. ButtNay
Nathaniel BatesAbstain
Claudia JimenezAye
Demnlus Johnson IIIAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Melvin WillisAye
Eduardo MartinezAye