Sustainability Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2012 09 19

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Louisville Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting Minutes May 16, 2012 Page 2of 3 Notes: Cullen saidto look at three things when it comes to Utilities –Consumption (how much), Generation (how our energy is generated –coal, wind, etc), and Transmission (robustness of the system, Smart Grid, etc.). A certain amount of determination can be made about the generation (source) of energy for the public infrastructure. All agreed that reduction in consumption and saving money were two integral things to be considering. TRANSPORTATION Alternative fuel source infrastructure. Provide transportation options (other than S.O.V.). City Fleet (reduce VHT and energy consumption). Enhance trail system between neighboring communities for commuting and recreation. Optimize perimeter infrastructure zone for commuters. Plan bike lanes on all new roads –“Complete Street” designs. Reduce energy consumption per passenger mile. RENEWABLE ENERGY Residential renewable energy clusters. Incentives Monetary City sponsored award/certificate as motivator. Awareness Zoning –flexibility in zoning and building codes, exemptions “WHY” Reduce energy consumption. Strengthen economic stability. Better air quality. Environmental issues. Health / Quality of life / Livability. Accessibility. VII.Discussion of CU-Denver Greenhouse Gas Study:Mary Ann said it was time to set up a meeting with MalcolmFleming, City Manager, and Dave indicated that he would get that meeting set up. Dave also mentioned that the budget numbers should be submitted for review of the 2013 budget, and that he would put a line item for the study at $12,000. Emily wants to promote the study at the August 7th City Council meeting, and would like to receive talking points to do so. Mary Ann and Emily agree to meet and go over bullet points, and Mary Ann would distribute bullet points to the LSAB group. VIII.Urban Garden Update:Mary Ann reported that MalcolmFlemingwas supportive of the Urban Garden plan when they last met, however Chris Lichty, City Forrester, will not be able to meet with Mary Ann until September. Mary Ann also reported that the first Urban Garden organizational meeting went well and generated many ideas of garden locations. Emily and Dave both indicated that difficulty with finding garden locations is that there is no zoning that supportsthis type of land use, and there needs to be more flexibility to make this work. It would be interesting to look at Urban Gardens withinPhase 2 of Steel Ranch, and it was suggested to connect with the private developer, Justin McClure. Mary Ann is currently considering unused park spaces for Urban Gardens. The booth at the Farmer’s Market is getting great response. Emily suggested thatUrban Gardens get added as a discussion on the Envision Louisville website.