Summary
Federal and state money is available to replace diesel equipment with electric alternatives. The commission will check the town's Capital Improvement Plan for upcoming purchases — loaders, skid steers, generators — that could pair with a grant application.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Grant money could offset costs of electric loaders, skid steers, or generators in the Capital Improvement Plan.
The DPW budget and air quality town-wide.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Energy Commission - Oct 22, 2026
A federal DERA grant could cover up to 60% of replacing the Transfer Station's old diesel backhoe — but the clock is ticking, since the machine loses eligibility if it's run to the end of its life. The Town Council previously turned down a similar grant over the engine-destruction rule, so staff will check with DPW first.
Energy Commission - Sep 24, 2026
Federal and state money is available to replace diesel equipment with electric alternatives. The commission will check the town's Capital Improvement Plan for upcoming purchases — loaders, skid steers, generators — that could pair with a grant application.
Energy Commission - Aug 27, 2026
About $1 million in DERA funds and $1.5 million from the VW settlement are available to convert diesel equipment and trucks to electric, if the DPW wants to pursue it.
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