The City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota Increases Green Infrastructure on Residential Properties

In 2017, the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota implemented the Rainwater Rewards Program with the goal of increasing awareness and importance of managing stormwater and green infrastructure throughout the city. The program seeks to increase green infrastructure by providing residents with financial and technical assistance to install projects that reduce stormwater runoff on residential properties. Examples of projects funded through the program include rain barrels, tree planting, rain gardens, pervious pavement, and green roof installation. Projects are funded on a cost-share basis (50 to 75 percent). As of summer 2020, the program has supported the installation of 40+ projects.