Going ‘Green’ Designation for Melrose would mean more funding, but stricter rules (Melrose Free Press)

What’s the benefit — and cost — of going green? Melrose City Hall officials aim to find out in their pursuit of a “Green Community” designation from the state, which would entitle the city to specific grants. However, it would also require the city to meet five criteria — including the adoption of more stringent building code focused on energy efficiency.