Adopt Climate Action Plan and authorize $30,000 contract increase for environmental consulting
In Plain English
The city completed its first Climate Action Plan outlining greenhouse gas reduction goals and strategies. The plan requires final environmental review before adoption. If approved, the consulting contract with Environmental Science Associates increases from $324,832 to $354,832. The city will also explore buying renewable electricity for government buildings and creating incentive programs for residents.
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Votes
Accept staff's recommendations and approve Resolution No. 101-16
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The city council unanimously approved its first Climate Action Plan, which sets goals and strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The plan still needs final environmental review before the city can officially adopt it. Council members also authorized increasing a consulting contract with Environmental Science Associates by $30,000 to $354,832 to complete the required environmental analysis. If fully adopted, the plan would guide the city's efforts to purchase renewable electricity for government buildings and create incentive programs to help residents reduce their carbon footprint.
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Public Comments
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