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Published on April 29, 2024
Ramsey's Water Efficiency Rebate Program Drained by Eco-Conscious Residents, Funds Depleted Until JulySource: Facebook/City of Ramsey

Ramsey residents have tapped out the coffers of the city's Water Efficiency Rebate Program as of mid-April, with no additional funds available for green-thumbed savers until possibly July. The popular initiative aimed at promoting water conservation through rebates for efficient household products has seen such a rush of participation that the allocated grant money was claimed in just over three and a half months, as per the City of Ramsey.

The City of Ramsey announced via a Facebook post that all grant funds for the program were exhausted by April 18, a clear sign of environmental awareness and action among the citizens. In the post, the city explained, "All grant funds have been exhausted and we cannot process any more rebates at this time." Now, eager residents will have to wait and see if the next round of funding will kick in as expected.

For those hoping to cash in on eco-friendly upgrades to their homes, all eyes are on the city's application for the next grant cycle. If approved, rebates will once again flow for purchases that qualify, made on or after July 1.