Pittsford Town Supervisor Bill Smith comments on the impact of federal funding cuts on climate change initiatives.
Smith notes that federal cuts may be a temporary setback, but state grants have been successful. He highlights the Greenprint plan, which preserves two-thirds of farmland by purchasing development rights. Smith emphasizes Pittsford’s efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions through municipal and community-wide climate action plans. He also details upcoming initiatives, that include retrofitting municipal buildings and adopting a community-wide plan. Smith shares some Earth Month activities, such as the Pollinator Pathway Program and the Toxin-Free Lawn Challenge, to encourage community participation in environmental efforts.
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