Sustainability Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2023 12 07

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Sustainability Advisory Board Minutes November 23, 2023 Page 3 of 6 ensure steps are being taken to achieve goals. He said there should be monthly reporting on decarbonization projects to hold project managers accountable. John presented graphics showcasing the emissions related to commercial and residential electricity usage and the relationship to solar electric production and noted that this amount is minuscule. Essentially, he asked, how can LSAB hold project managers and stakeholders accountable for delays and achievements related to sustainability efforts? Then, John presented his second idea — Promote the implementation of the Community Decarb Plan. John said he would like the board to promote low - interest financing for projects, as this is in the plan but not publicized. Part of promotion consists of paying for advertising and more frequent press releases of sustainability wins. Josh Cooperman was the second board member to present his idea for the 2024 LSAB work plan. He shared his idea to create an easy to understand, residential sustainability education campaign. Josh would like to create a succinct yet thorough document to be distributed to residents detailing how to reduce one's carbon footprint. He would also like to focus on education and outreach and make it easy for residents to learn about decarbonization and resources. For example, a dedicated mailer from the city with this information could be a focus point in 2024. From Josh's idea, John Cowley mentioned open houses to advertise. Public Comment Deb Fahey: MPT Fahey agreed with the proposals. She stated that rebates have been offered to Marshall Fire victims. She suggested using that as an example of how to get info out to the public. In regards to communications, neighborhood meetings (led by captains) were effective, along with newsletters. MPT Fahey