City Council Study Session Summary 2009 04 28

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City Council Study Session Summary April 28, 2009 Page 2 of 3 2. New construction - no installation of incandescent lighting 3. Energy star rated appliances (AC, HAVC) in all new structures 4. Continuation of energy efficient lighting program 5. Grant funding applied for to continue the efficient lighting program 6. Reducing single use plastic bags, offering alternative reusable bags Collaborate with Shop Louisville, Chamber, and local businesses to offer reusable bags with various possible designs, as well as reducing the per unit cost. LRCAB will continue to provide information at community events. LRCAB is considering a name change. Members and council discussed that several commissions (i.e. BOA) need to be working on green standards along with LRCAB. Collaboration among boards is needed to discuss ideas, various aspects, and what will work for our community and build a degree of consensus. Currently, inspectors have an understanding of the Green building code to assist those who choose this avenue. Staff commented that voluntary building codes may be more successful in encouraging green building. Council and Staff expressed appreciation and thanks for the work on the LRCAB process. Transition Louisville Presentation Andy Johnson, Green Building Architect presented on green building in the Louisville community. Recently a garden was started on South Street. He suggested that movement should come from the community and flow upwards, and not be heavily regulatory. Recommendations: Green building program for residential Adoption of 2009 IECC with professional training Green building training for building professionals Wood indicated that there are an incredible amount of resources in the community to support green building. A scope of work has been drafted to move forward in the Green Building program, and has been sent to the Governor's office. At this time the City is awaiting timing and eligibility criteria. The new program is a unique approach for the City of Louisville. One component of the green building program should include education encompassing investing and return of green building. An investment in energy efficiency is a solvent payback, although this information is difficult to "quantify" for residents. Discussion - Resolution Defining Cause for Purposes of Section 10-2 (B) of the Louisville Home Rule Charter The City currently does not have a resolution that defines cause for renewal of Boards and Commissions. The goal of a resolution would be to list criteria and cause for removal, and establish a clear procedure to bring these issues forward.