Parkland is giving its residents a few extra days to take advantage of its energy incentive reward program. The program, and Vice Mayor Jared Moskowitz who came up with the idea, had attracted national attention when it was introduced.

Last week, the City Commission unanimously passed a resolution extending the application cycle for incentives to July 31. As part of the program, the city gives financial incentives to individuals and businesses for environmentally conscious purchases. Only purchases after Jan. 12, when the ordinance came into effect, will qualify.

The plan incorporates the following 12 program models: 1) Hybrid cars; 2) Incandescent light bulb replacement; 3) Solar power landscape lighting; 4) Ultra low flow toilets and shower heads; 5) FPL Sunshine Energy Program; 6) Energy Star Program; 7) Exotic invasive tree replacement; 8) high efficiency air conditioner replacement; 9) Isolé IDP-3050 Plug Load Control; 10) A/C duct system test & repair; 11) Solar panels for the home; 12) city of Parkland solar water/pool heater program.

Applications for the programs are available at www.cityofparkland.org or at City Hall, 6600 University Drive.