""Every New Yorker has a role to play in building a greener, more resilient city," said Mayor Zohran Mamdani, emphasizing the community's involvement in environmental efforts."
"DEP Commissioner Lisa F. Garcia described the pilot as a way to 'create access to green jobs while ensuring our stormwater infrastructure is ready for the next big storm.'"
The GROW program in New York City aims to train residents for green jobs while maintaining over 1,000 curbside rain gardens. Funded at $4.5 million for three years, the initiative employs an 18-member crew to perform essential maintenance tasks. The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on fieldwork, providing career support and pathways to employment. It is designed to enhance stormwater management and ensure nature-based infrastructure remains effective during heavy rains, contributing to a greener, more resilient city.
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