Consideration of a subrecipient agreement between Laramie County, WY, and the WY State Forestry Div, for a WY Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Urban and Community Forestry grant in the amount of $100,000.

Summary

Laramie County, WY, has been approved for a $100,000 grant from the Wyoming State Forestry Division through the Wyoming Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Urban and Community Forestry program. This subrecipient agreement outlines the terms for utilizing these federal funds, which originated from the USDA Forest Service. Key requirements include providing quarterly reports, ensuring hazardous trees are assessed by certified arborists, documenting tree removal/pruning/planting with GIS locations, and adhering to specific standards for tree purchase and maintenance. Projects must be located on non-federal public property within areas defined as disadvantaged by the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool. The agreement also details reporting on volunteer hours, documentation of expenditures, and compliance with federal administrative requirements and cost principles.

Citizen Impact

This grant will fund urban and community forestry projects in Laramie County, specifically targeting disadvantaged areas. Residents can expect improvements to local tree canopy, potentially leading to enhanced environmental benefits and community aesthetics, funded by federal IRA resources.

Confidence

high