Politics and the City: Advocates want more from Green Worcester Plan
WORCESTER The City Council last week tabled a report on the latest draft of the Green Worcester Plan.
But local environmental advocates didn t wait to give some feedback on the plan, which was developed over the past year with the goal of making Worcester one of the most sustainable and climate-resilient midsize cities in the U.S. by 2050.
Speakers Tuesday coupled praise for elements of the draft plan with criticism that it doesn t go far enough.
The Green Worcester Plan lays out sustainability goals across several sectors of city government, including green building, water management, emissions, waste and food resilience.
The City of Worcester is contracting with five local housing agencies to administer $1.9 million in rental assistance to certain eligible residents, the city announced on Tuesday.
Successful applicants may receive up to $3,000 per tenant to pay for backlogged rent and utility costs.
Partnering agencies, who will help facilitate applications, include the Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance, Friendly House, Inc., Open Sky Community Services, Worcester Community Action Council and Worcester Community Housing Resources.
“We know that renters and landlords are suffering right now, and this program, along with other available assistance, can be a much-needed lifeline in this time of need,” said Mayor Joseph Petty in a statement.
Worcester residents may be eligible for up to $3,000 in rental assistance through program launched by city amid COVID pandemic
Updated Jan 19, 2021;
Some tenants in Worcester may be eligible to receive up to $3,000 in rental assistance as part of a new program launched by the city amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Five city housing agencies - Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance (CMHA), Friendly House, Inc., Open Sky Community Services, Worcester Community Action Council and Worcester Community Housing Resources - will provide about $1.9 million in assistance to those living in Worcester.
The funding is meant to help cover rent and utilities, including heat, hot water and electricity.