The city's Greencorps Chicago program was selected for the grant by the U.S.
Conference of Mayors. The program provides environmental jobs for between 40
and 50 people that last at least nine months. The jobs focus on
eco-restoration, community gardens, plant distribution, landscaping,
electronics and hazardous waste recycling and weatherizing projects.
Ray Bracy is a senior vice president with Walmart Stores Inc. Bracy
presented the award and says the effort will help "build the green
economy."
Greencorps Chicago plans on using the grant money to expand weatherization training and start an arborist training program.
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