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EPA Grant for Local Air Quality Monitoring

Original title: Grant Agreement with the United States Environmental Protection Agency for National Air Toxics Trend Site Air Monitoring Program Support.

February 17, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This agreement secures federal funding for the local operation of air quality monitoring equipment used to track toxic pollutants in the community.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Public Works Department

The department is responsible for implementing the air monitoring program supported by the grant.

Local Residents

Residents are affected by the ongoing collection of air quality data in their community.

What changed

Last recorded activity February 17, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The local government has approved a grant agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to support the air monitoring program.

Key Facts

  • The local government entered into a grant agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
  • The grant is designated for the National Air Toxics Trend Site air monitoring program.
  • The file identifier for this agreement is 26-0012D.
  • The item was introduced on January 7, 2026.
  • The status of the agreement is listed as Passed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the National Air Toxics Trend Site program?
It is a federal program supported by the EPA that monitors levels of toxic air pollutants in specific locations.
Does this grant require local matching funds?
The provided document does not specify the financial terms or requirements of the grant.

Why It Matters

This agreement secures federal funding for the local operation of air quality monitoring equipment used to track toxic pollutants in the community.

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Continued Federal-Local Environmental Partnership

The document confirms the ongoing nature of the local government's participation in federal air quality monitoring networks.

Connected Entities

organizationUnited States Environmental Protection AgencyThe federal agency providing the grant funding.Map →
organizationPublic WorksThe local department responsible for the air monitoring program.Map →

Sources

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