Sustainability Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2023 04 19

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Sustainability Advisory Board Minutes March 15, 2023 Page 8 of 10 concerning the ordinance but that City Council should act expeditiously so that we can all move onto more impactful actions. Dan noted his general agreement with Megan and Tiffany's viewpoints. Tiffany stated that she would push back on arguments that the ordinance is antibusiness. John stated his approval of the ordinance as written, possibly with some of the recommended amendments. Tiffany inquired about what would help to move the ordinance forward as quickly as possible. Rob replied that the timing really depends on City Council's positions. Tiffany inquired about how the Board could best ask City Council to move the ordinance forward. Lev volunteered that the Board's discussion has largely reflected a false dichotomy and that the Board can recommend a commitment to advancing electric vehicles without taking a position on limiting new gasoline stations. Todd suggested that the Board edit the letter of support to state that the ordinance is not a top priority but that the Board recommends approval with the first and third recommended amendments, cutting the arguments for limiting gas stations to make the letter succinct. Dan stated that he could support such a letter. Tiffany stated that she could support such a letter. John stated his agreement with Tiffany that the Board should not be overly concerned about impacts to businesses since the Board is primarily concerned with environmental sustainability. Todd emphasized that he does not want the Board to always be associated with antibusiness messages. Megan emphasized that there are good motivations for the ordinance based on health and environmental concerns not related to climate change and that the Board should not lose sight of those impacts. Todd asked whether the first recommended amendment is a good idea to recommend to City Council.