Federally funded EV charging network
Summary
A $15 million federal grant will build public EV chargers at 26 sites, including libraries, county parks, UWM and the zoo — but the federal money is currently frozen, so the city is pursuing state funds and a private operating partner, with installation hoped for 2027.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 31, 2026.
Impact analysis
The federal grant is frozen and only a few hundred thousand dollars of engineering money has been spent; a private partner would cover the 20% match and take revenue risk.
EV drivers across the city and region, plus the 26 host properties that gain an amenity.
Mentions & discussions (2)
COMMON COUNCIL — July 31, 2026
Two Monterey Market locations were added to the list of sites eligible for federal EV charging grants, filling gaps in the proposed network.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE — July 22, 2026
A $15 million federal grant will build public EV chargers at 26 sites, including libraries, county parks, UWM and the zoo — but the federal money is currently frozen, so the city is pursuing state funds and a private operating partner, with installation hoped for 2027.
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