Climate Action Planning Committee: September 22, 2026

The Climate Action Planning Committee meeting held on September 22, 2026, focused primarily on environmental initiatives and energy efficiency projects within the town of Milton. A key procurement-related discussion involved the Milton Housing Authority's request for a $200,000 grant from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) to support a $2.3 million capital improvement project aimed at upgrading aging housing infrastructure, including window replacements and energy efficiency enhancements. The committee unanimously voted to endorse a letter of support for this grant application. Additional updates included progress on a Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Green Communities Grant for HVAC upgrades at the Council on Aging, rooftop solar power purchase agreements at the fire headquarters, and the installation of an EV charging station at town hall. The committee also reviewed draft materials for the town's climate action plan, emphasizing strategies for building electrification, energy efficiency, and renewable energy adoption. Discussions highlighted the importance of community engagement, energy coaching programs, and zoning code updates to facilitate these initiatives. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but the meeting underscored ongoing efforts to secure funding and implement energy-related capital projects.