Stycos’ $5 Million Climate Change Bond Approved By Cranston City Council
Monday, July 06, 2020
Last week the Cranston City Council gave final approval to placing a $5 million climate change bond on the city's November ballot for voter approval.
The proposal was introduced by Cranston City Councilmember and Democrat Mayoral Candidate Steve Stycos. “Cranston must act now to combat climate change and ensure a livable future for generations to come. Hopefully, other cities and towns will take similar steps to reduce burning fossil fuels and to reduce rising global temperatures,” said Stycos.
“Climate change is impacting Cranston right now. Rising sea levels threaten our coastal communities, like those in Edgewood and Pawtuxet Village. Warmer temperatures make it more difficult for farmers in our region, such as those in western Cranston, to grow food,” said Stycos.
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If approved by Cranston voters this November, some of the projects financed by the bond could include putting solar panels on the Knightsville Library, adding temperature controls and LED lights to City Hall and other libraries, improving energy efficiency in our schools with better insulation and windows, or installing an electric vehicle charging station, according to Stycos.
“These projects are not just good for the climate, but they are sound fiscal policy as well,” said Stycos. “Climate mitigation projects will save our city money, just like the existing solar panels on Cranston High School West save taxpayers $9,500/year in energy costs.”
Stycos said, “I am honored that every candidate for Mayor, including my primary opponent, has endorsed my climate policy proposal.”
“I am the only candidate with a record of introducing legislation to combat climate change and protect our environment. For nearly twenty years, as a member of the School Committee and City Council, I have championed policies to create a more sustainable community here in Cranston. As Mayor, I will continue this work,” he added.
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