Politics & Government

2 Milford Schools Receive State Grant For Air Quality

Two Milford schools will receive $359,063 in state grants for their HVAC and air conditioning systems.

MILFORD, CT — Two Milford schools will receive $359,063 in state grants to support the replacement and improvement of their HVAC and air conditioning systems, according to a statement from State Sen. James Maroney (D-Milford.)

The grants are part of legislation passed in 2022 to encourage schools to install, replace, or upgrade these systems for improved ventilation and indoor air quality.

"The continued success of the Indoor Air Quality Grant Program will support our local schools benefitting both public health and educational growth," Maroney said in a statement. "I'm grateful to Governor Lamont for his continued support of our communities."

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Milford's Joseph A. Foran High School will receive $298,692.19 to support $788,938.70 for replacing heating and cooling in certain areas of the school.

The Academy in Milford will receive $60,370.95 to support the replacement of HVAC equipment, unit ventilators, rooftop exhaust units, and boilers.

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