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Home My WebLink About4-4-22 Climate Action Commission Agenda Packet Iowa City Climate Action Commission Agenda Monday, April 4, 2022, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Emma J. Harvat Hall Iowa City City Hall 410 E Washington Street Meeting Agenda: 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of March 7, 2022 minutes 4. Public Comment of items not on the Agenda -Commentators shall address the Commission for no more than 3 minutes. Commissioners shall not engage in discussion with the public concerning said items. 5. Announcements – informational updates a. Action items from last meeting (Staff) b. Climate Action Plan Updates (Staff) c. Upcoming events (Staff) i. Speaking of… Electric Vehicles (April 11, noon-1 p.m.) ii. Electric Bus Celebration (April 22, 2-4 p.m., Riverfront Crossings) iii. Neighborhood Energy Blitz (April 23, 9 a.m.-noon & 3-5 p.m.) 6. Unfinished Business: a. Project-Based Working Group Formation – discussion 7. New Business: a. Beyond PlastIC initiative (Jane Wilch) – informational update 8. Recap of actionable items for commission, working groups, and staff 9. Adjourn If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this meeting, please contact Sarah Gardner, Climate Action Engagement Specialist, at 319-887-6162 or at sarah-gardner@iowa- city.org. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs. MINUTES PRELIMINARY IOWA CITY CLIMATE ACTION COMMISSION MARCH 7 – 3:30 PM – FORMAL MEETING EMMA J. HARVAT HALL, CITY HALL MEMBERS PRESENT: John Fraser, Stratis Giannakouros, Ben Grimm, Clarity Guerra, Megan Hill, Matt Krieger, Becky Soglin, Kasey Hutchinson, Jesse Leckband, Michal Eynon-Lynch, Gabriel Sturdevant MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Sarah Gardner, Rachel Kilburn OTHERS PRESENT: CALL TO ORDER: Soglin called the meeting to order. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 7, 2022 MINUTES: Fraser moves to approve the minutes from February 7, 2022. Guerra seconds the motion, a vote was taken and the motion passed 10-0. PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA: None. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Action Items from last meeting: • Staff to provide updates on the progress with the project based working group formation, and to discuss that transition, which is an agenda item later in the meeting. A detailed plan was included in the agenda packet. Upcoming events (Staff): i. Speaking of... Electric Vehicles (March 14) ii. Cold Climate Heat Pump webinar for contractors (March 17) iii. Neighborhood Energy Blitz (April 23) iv. Electric Bus Celebration (April 27) {Giannakouros joined the meeting} UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Climate Action Commission March 7, 2022 Page 2 of 4 2 • Project-Based Working Group Formation: This puts all ideas under one umbrella regarding discussions on project based working groups, discussions about contacting community-based organizations, and discussions about administrative committees needed periodically. • Each Commissioner will choose one project based working group to participate in and then choose either one community-based organization to reach out to, or one administrative committee to participate in. • For the working groups, staff has identified four projects coming up this year that would benefit from insight and input on from a working group. o The first group would be focused on solar project prioritization effort that flows out of the solar study. Following the completion of that report staff went through the findings and looked at several projects that might be viable. These projects now need to be prioritized, recognizing that some things may either staff resources or financial resources away from other projects. Once priorities are set, subsequent working groups can be set up to tackle some of those individual projects. o The second group would focus on an evaluation of an app called RentLab, which is a software application that allows renters to self-disclose their utility costs for their rental unit. Staff is proposing to set up a meeting with the software developer with the working group so that they can get a very thorough sense of what the application entails. The group would also reach out to cities who are using this app and ask about how well it has worked or things they might do differently, and then make a recommendation as to whether this might be a worthwhile investment for Iowa City. o The third working group would focus on the neighborhood energy blitz “phase two” that had been discussed in previous sessions. One of the things to explore is how to capitalize on the success of that program which has generated enormous goodwill and a lot of interest in energy efficiency in the neighborhoods. This group would discuss the different models to fund insulation projects in the neighborhoods and the pros and cons of each. Discussions would involve representatives from both of the neighborhoods that had been targeted so far with an energy blitz to get their input on what they see possibly working for them, or what the logistics hurdles might be, and then make a recommendation as to how to move forward with that grant project. o Finally, the fourth group will discuss resilience hubs. Resilience hubs get defined in a number of ways, so it would be beneficial to zero in on what model we intend to pursue, and how best to deploy the hubs in the City. This working group would be charged at looking at reports from the two climate action grant funded projects that are related to resilience hubs, to see the kind of work that's taken place already, and discuss how to bring these ideas together and really start moving forward on the resilience hub efforts. • Community-based outreach and administrative committees. o For community-based outreach, a commissioner would attend one of the standing monthly or bi-monthly meetings for a Community Based Organization (CBO), to talk very briefly about the Climate Action Commission, the work that the Commission does, some of the upcoming Climate Action projects and programs, and then listen to the kinds of things that the community-based organization is discussing with an ear toward things that might intersect with climate issues. The commissioner would then report back to the Commission on what was shared and learned. Climate Action Commission March 7, 2022 Page 3 of 4 3 o Administrative committees are small groups that meet once or twice. The first one will be formed to assist in scoring the climate action grant applications and selecting which ones get funding for the coming fiscal year. Another committee would be to choose the film to be shown at this year’s Climate Fest. The third will help nominated businesses for the Climate Action at Work awards • Multi-Family EVSE Rebate Program: This program officially launched on Friday. It is designed to pair with the MidAmerican rebate, which defrays the cost of the charging equipment, by providing funds to defray some of the related installation costs. The installation charges often outpaced the cost of the equipment itself and become a big deterrent to getting the equipment installed. After the press release went out Friday, staff immediately started getting inquiries from landlords about the program, suggesting there is real interest in it. There were three different landlords who called and staff already had four on a list of people they had previously talked with who were interested. Gardner noted with this charging program aimed at multifamily units, they have a rare opportunity to get out ahead of in an inequitable situation before it forms, by making sure that all people in the community have the opportunity to benefit from electric vehicle technology and be able to charge it at their place of residence, whether or not they own their home. NEW BUSINESS: • Teen Resilience Corps Program: This is a program that grew up organically out of conversations with a number of community partners, including the library and United Action for Youth. This pilot program proposes to recruit five teens to participate over the course of the summer. They will receive resilience training, which will involve talking about the projected climate impacts for Iowa City and what that means for residents living here. They also will do a neighborhood mapping exercise that will guide the teens through mapping their own neighborhoods with an eye towards selecting a two-block area in the neighborhood where they will go door to door and talk to their neighbors. After speaking with their neighbors, the teens will then come back to the library and unpack the conversations they've had, and that will be used to help create a home resilience starter pack similar to the starter packs that were handed out at Climate Fest last year. Other ideas discussed include an exercise to create a DIY air conditioner using a cooler which will be a nice hands-on activity for the teens. At the end of the project, the teens will go back through their neighborhood and distribute those. Copies of the kits will also be made available on the bookmobile. • It was suggested to include the school district to help recruit students and work with the green teams at the schools. RECAP OF ACTIONABLE ITEMS FOR COMMISSION, WORKING GROUPS, AND STAFF: Commissioners need to let Gardner know by March 15 their two top choices for working groups and three top choices for the community-based outreach/administrative committees. She will then share those assignments with everyone in April. ADJOURNMENT: Climate Action Commission March 7, 2022 Page 4 of 4 4 Meeting adjourned. CLIMATE ACTION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE RECORD 2022 NAME TERM EXP. 1/10/2022 2/7/2022 3/7/2022 4/4/2022 5/2/2022 6/6/2022 7/11/2022 Michal Eynon-Lynch 12/31/2024 X X X John Fraser 12/31/2021 X X X Stratis Giannakouros UI Rep X O/E X Clarity Guerra 12/31/2022 X X X Ben Grimm 10/31/2022 O/E X X Megan Hill 12/31/2022 X X X Kasey Hutchinson 12/31/2022 X X X Matt Krieger 12/31/2023 X X X Jesse Leckband MidAmerican Rep X O/E X Becky Soglin 12/31/2022 X X X Gabe Sturdevant 12/31/2024 X X X KEY: X = Present 0 = Absent 0/E = Absent/Excused NM= No Meeting Summary of New Updates to Climate Action Work Plan – Update for April 4, 2022 Buildings Promote Energy Efficiency to the Public: Video featuring successful insulation project in Deeerfield Commons funded through FY22 Climate Action Grant promoted across City communication channels. (BE-1) Free Home Energy Assessments through GIA: In-home Energy Audits have resumed; AmeriCorps performing daily audits to meet demand/help with backlog. (BI-1) Neighborhood Energy Blitz: Volunteer recruitment underway and kits being assembled for second Energy Blitz to take place in Lucas Farms Saturday, April 23. Follow up event distributing kits scheduled for April 24 in collaboration with Table to Table food distribution event at neighborhood church parking lot. (BI-3) Initiate a Net-Zero House Design Competition: Climate Action and Neighborhood Development Services staff are in conversation with Homebuilder Association exploring a possible collaboration on a student design competition/student build project on a City-owned property. (BI-7) Robust Energy Code Inspection Program: Building code inspectors have begun training/certification process for energy code, attending an Iowa Energy Office seminar in March as a department. (BR-1) Solar Partnership with MidAmerican: Following the completion of solar study, potential projects stemming from report recommendations to be taken up in CAC working group for prioritization and possible amendment into Accelerating Climate Actions Plan. (BP-1) Municipal Building Efficiency and Electrification: LED lighting retrofit added to projects slated for third flood City Hall facility improvement effort to be completed summer 2022. (BP-3) Upcoming Priorities: • Form Insulation Grant Program Working Group in July. (BI-3) • Sponsor scholarships for local Realtors to attend Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency (IAEE) Realty training (BE-3) • Re-engage potential community partners (contractors, community college, economic development groups) to develop concept of energy efficiency rehab skills/job training (BI-5). Long-term/ongoing opportunities: • Promote energy efficiency, weatherization, and performance tips to the public (BE-1) • Continue to support and promote Green Iowa AmeriCorps Energy Audits (BI-1) Transportation Transportation Promotion & Marketing: “Speaking of… Electric Vehicles” webinar hosted in March 2022 with 68 attendees, followed by featured interview with Iowa News Now. Electric Bus Bash scheduled for April 22. (TE-1) Incentivize Public Transit Options: Aquatics division exploring ways to promote transit use for lifeguards and patrons, including a “ride home” pass similar to those offered by library and other recreation activities. (TI-1) Review Parking Regulations: In March, City Council passed an ordinance to address increased complaints of cars parked in bike lanes. The new ordinance enables parking enforcement staff to issue warnings and ticket vehicles blocking bike lanes (formerly only police officers were able to do so). A “Oops” windshield flier alerting cars in violation of this parking ordinance has been designed to help warn drivers prior to receiving a ticket (TR-1) Transit Route Adjustment: Following feedback from transit operators and riders, adjustments have been made to Court Street (2), West Iowa City (10), Highway 1 (12), and South Gilbert (13) routes to better accommodate route transfers. (TPP-1) Establish an Electric and Fuel-Efficient Vehicle Purchasing Policy: Climate Action and Outreach (CAO), Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), and Transit staff are collaborating on the development of a Zero Emissions Fleet Transition Plan that will position the city to apply for grant funding with which to purchase additional electric buses. (TCP-1) Upcoming priorities: • Explore the possibility of building upon the Zero Emissions Fleet Transition Plan for transit to a full Fleet Transition Plan for all City vehicles. (TCP-1) Long-term/ongoing opportunities: • Establish regular reporting protocol for tracking adherence to City idling policy. (TCP-2) • Explore Sunday service, late night on-demand, and low-income fare programs (TPP-1) Waste Organic Waste Initiatives: AmeriCorps to host vermicomposting workshop in April 2022; Resource Management staff preparing to launch a food waste reduction campaign to launch April 27 as part of National Stop Food Waste Day in partnership with Table to Table. (WE-1) Education & Engagement Campaign: Climate Action & Resource Management staff hosted “Speaking of… Wishful Recycling” webinar in Feb. 2022 attended by 65 participants. (WE-2) Upcoming priorities: • Resource Management Staff preparing to launch a mattress recycling pilot in summer 2022 • Test “green” event best practices with athletic facilities and explore expansion to general facility rental requirements (WCP-1) Long-term/ongoing opportunities: • Research Recycling Ambassador programs as possible supplement to/parallel offering to Climate Ambassador program • Continue to explore partnership program to incentivize construction waste division (WI-1) • Explore possibilities for adding capacity to compost facility (WE-1) Adaptation Climate Ambassadors: Fourth cohort of Climate Ambassadors completed training in March 2022; quarterly Climate Ambassador Newsletter (“The Dispatch”) in development to help retain trainees/sustain engagement. (AE-1). Establish “Resilience Hubs”: As part of 2021 Climate Action Grant, A&W Sustainable Planning hosted a climate resilience workshop in February in collaboration with the Center for Worker Justice to identify vulnerabilities and potential resilience measures for the populations they serve. (AE-2) Tree Planting Update: The City will be planting 750 trees during the spring and summer of 2022, predominately in the South District Neighborhood, with a significant number of street trees to be planted along Langenberg Avenue and Russell Drive. (ACP-3) Upcoming priorities: • Form Resilience Hub Prioritization Working Group in October (AE-2) • Evaluate EAB tree removal impact on overburdened and under-resourced populations (ACP-4) • Native planting improvements for Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, Penninsula Park, and Iowa City Kickers Soccer Park (ACP-2) • Develop Review Standards for New City Facility Construction and Major Rehabilitation Adaptation (AP-1) Long-term/ongoing opportunities: • Educate and Coordinate with Local Agencies on Health Impacts (AE-3) • Reapply for NIHHIS-CAPA Urban Heat Island Mapping Grant (AE-3) Sustainable Lifestyle • Host Sustainability Forum and Events: AmeriCorps to host Earth Expo on April 3 featuring a number of local sustainability focused organizations: 100 Grannies, East Central Iowa Beekeepers Association, Good Neighbor Iowa, Green Iowa AmeriCorps, Iowa City Public Library, Iowa City Science Booster Club, Iowa Flood Center, Sierra Club IAG, University of Iowa Office of Sustainability, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Coralville Lake, and Willowwind School. Monthly “Speaking of…” series has had a very successful launch and high attendance (see also TE-1, WE-2). (SLE-1) • Local Procurement Campaign: Resource Management staff have launched a Beyond PlastIC initiative aimed at assisting local restaurants with procurement of compostable containers and promoting resuable containers. A survey of Iowa City restaurant diners on container preferences has been completed; outreach to local restaurants has begun. (SLI-3) • Expand Community Climate Grants: FY23 grant application window has opened; committee of staff and Commission members will review applications and award next round of grants in April 2022. Climate Action staff and Economic Development staff collaborating on a potential parallel funding pool for small businesses that may be falling in between eligibility for TIF-funded opportunities and Climate Action Grants based on unfunded applications. (SLI-1) • Community Garden Expansion/Additions: Improvements to Chadek Green community gardens to be made in summer 2022 include paved parking lot, pathways, and raised beds to create accessible gardening opportunities, as well as the addition of water spigots to existing garden areas and restrooms adjacent to the parking lot. (SLP-1) Upcoming priorities: • Receive final report from FY22 grant awardees, award FY23 grants (SLI-1) • Staff attending Johnson County Local Foods Roundtable in April to identify future needs/opportunities; working with Farm to Street planning committee to explore increasing grant award to local food system organization (SLI-1) Long-term/ongoing opportunities: • Plan Climate Fest 2022 • Re-engage staff Climate Action Committee Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 1 Ongoing BE-1 Promote Energy Efficiency and Performance Tips to the Public 1.1 – 1.2, 1.6 - Fall 2020: Programmable thermostat promotions - Winter 2020: Business Partnership Smart Series - Spring 2021: Energy Blitz kits, South District - *NEW* Video featuring successful insulation project in Deerfield Commons promoted across communications channels 1. Feb. 2022: Identify opportunites through marketing study 2. June 2022: Establish website showcasing success stories 3. August 2022: Partnership with MidAm/UI to develop reporting tools In Development Outreach WG: Discuss plans for educating and engaging renters and landlords and provide recommendations 1 Jun-20 BE-2 Partner with Stakeholders to Promote Green Building Construction & Rehab 1.1-1.4 - Spring 2021: Initiated conversations with HBA; contributed funding to aerobarrier sealing project for Parade of Homes - Summer 2021: Held Smart Series webinar on green buildings - Winter 2021: Analyst began research of Green Building Performance Standards in other communities - March 2022: Cold Climate Heat Pump webinar held for area HVAC contractors - See BI-6 (permit rebates for enhanced energy standards) - Continue to explore Building Performance Standards policies from other communities - Staff to coordinate meetings with stakeholders Underway Engage with HBA on preferred approach; provide recommendations or research to staff on successful examples from other communities 1 May-20 BE-3 Encourage the Local Realtor Community to Include Energy Performance in the Multiple Listing Services (MLS) Property Inventory 1.1 & 1.6 - Staff met with local realtors from ICAAR about housing trends and potential for cooperation on energy efficiency projects benefitting residential properties. - Jan. 2021: Meet with ICAAR to share example programs of Home Energy Scores used in other communities and discuss interest - Create content for realtors to disseminate to homebuyers: flyer or webpage, includes basic energy efficiency information and info about incentive programs (City, MidAm, etc.) - *NEW* Staff in discussion with Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency (IAEE) about training being developed in cooperation with Iowa Assocation of Realtors and possibility of Iowa City sponsoring scholarships for local Realtors to attend Underway Engage with realtor community to understand preferrred or suggested approach 1 Sep-20 BI-1 Offer Free Home Energy Assessments through Green Iowa AmeriCorps 1.1 - GIA free home Energy Assessments occur annually. During the COVID-19 pandemic, weatherization kits were distributed instead. -*NEW* In-home Energy Audits resumed; AmeriCorps performing daily audits to meet demand/help with backlog - Ongoing: Collect data on annual household served, build GIS map, explore ways to strengthen education and follow- up components - Jan. 2023: Explore non-Americorps team or jobs corps to perform weatherization services (in tandem with ARPA funding)Underway Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 2 Jun-21 BI-2 Enhance Energy Standards for City Rehabilitation Projects 1.1 '- Energy Efficiency guidelines for City rehab projects have been established, all rehab participants receive free GIA Energy Audit. - Emergency levy funds have been contributed to South District Homeownership Program rehab homes to upgrade to energy efficient options. - Created handout detailing energy efficient features of home for residents - Analyst developed GIS map with 5-years data of participting households in GIA energy audits and Housing Rehab EE Grants, among other datasets. - Climate Action and Housing Rehab staff have collaborated to develop improvement priorities and a process for continued partnership on increasing the energy efficiency of homes rehabbed through the South District Homeownership Program, including construction-trade skills classes - Ongoing: Update GIS map with energy efficiency audits and City invesments in residential energy efficiency and other datasets as identified - Ongoing: Contribute funding when necessary to improve energy efficiency of rehab projects - 2022: Rehab of two more units in SD Homeownership Program, leveraging supplemental Climate Action funds to increase energy efficiency of rehabbed units. Completed/Long- Term Ongoing Request mapping data when beneficial to decision-making 1 Apr-21 BI-3 Coordinate Neighborhood Energy Blitz Events 1.1 - April 2021: Launched first Energy Blitz event around Earth day with about 50 volunteers, coordinated with the SDNA. - Volunteer recruitment underway and kits being assembled for second Energy Blitz to take place in Lucas Farms Saturday, April 23. Follow up event distributing kits scheduled for April 24 in collaboration with Table to Table food distribution event at neighborhood church parking lot. . - Feb. 2022: Collect permit data from NDS to determine next 'Phase 1' focus area with less efficient housing stock. - Fall 2022: Follow up Insulation program in Energy Blitz neighborhoods (Lucas Farms & South District) Completed/Long- Term Ongoing Provide feedback on Neighborhood Energy Blitz Program 'Phase 2' proposal 1 May-20 BI-4 Launch a TIF-funded climate action incentive program aimed at reducing industrial energy consumption 1.2 & 5.4 - Aug. - Sept. 2020: Council approved URA amendments for Heinz/Sycamore/Scott Six URA and Downtown/Riverfront Crossings - Spring 2021: Launched Heinz/SYC/Scott Six Industrial TIF Energy Efficiency Matching Grant Program. 8 projects were approved and 2 more anticipated. - Commerical Energy Efficiency Improvement Matchign Grant Program launched in Downtown, Riverfront Crossings, and Northside Marketplace. Deadline extended through March. - Ongoing: Heinz/SYC/Scott 6 Industrial and Downtown/Riverfront Crossings Commercial TIF Energy Efficiency Matching Grant Programs Completed/Long- Term Ongoing Help promote programs 1 Oct. 2021 BI-5 Develop or Partner with Local Stakeholders on a Comprehensive Climate Action Rehabilitation Program 1.1 – 1.4 - Conceptual conversations have taken place with community partners. Significant interest in supporting skills/job training program. - 2021: See BI-2 partnership with Neighborhood Services and Kirkwood Community College. - Oct. - Nov. 2021: Re-initiate conversations with community partners (contractors, Kirkwood) to further concept - Dec. 2021: Develop and present proposed pilot to Commission (specific neighborhood focus, framework, equity analysis) - Jan. 2022: Issue RFP for community partner to administer - Spring 2022: Launch pilot program In Development Recommend example programs and equity strategy. Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 2 Feb-23 BI-6 Consider a Building Permit Fee Rebate Program for Enhanced Energy Standards 1.3 - April 2022: Climate Action Analyst to meet with NDS and assist with compiling requirements, potential costs, and offset - May - June 2022: Present to proposal to Climate Action Commission - July 2022: Seek City Council approval - August 2022: Launch (perhaps in tandem with BI-5, comprehensive rehabilitation program)Not Started 2 Nov-22 BI-7 Initiate a Net-Zero House Design Competition 1.3 - Conceptual conversations have included establishing a student and professional category and possibility of a modified category for retrofit/remodel at lower energy savings. - *NEW* A possible collaboration with a student design competition/student build project is underway with NDS, CAO staff and HBA - Nov. 2022: Assign to working group to develop proposal - Jan. 2023: Engagement Specialist to work with UI and local architect groups to garner interest and plan - March 2023: Launch program; begin accepting submissions; possibly promote 'winners' in tandem with Parade of Homes In Development Working Group to be assigned to engage with potential partners and develop concept for staff to further develop with parameters and implementation. 2 Mar-21 BI-8 Complete a Net-Zero Demonstration Rehabilitation Project 1.1 & 1.4 - June 2021: Two demonstration projects were showcased in the Remodeler's Parade and will be sold as part of the South District Homeownership Program. Work included walls, floor, and attic rehab, new windows and doors, heat pump HVAC and water heater, and pollinator garden. Solar was installed on both units in August 2021. - Track data household energy usage for first full year to determine if true Net-Zero project.Underway 2 May-21 BI-9 Launch an Electrification Incentive Program 1.1-1.2 & 1.4 - MidAmerican offers select rebate options - Iowa City offers energy efficiency loan program for HVAC and insulation projects - May 2021: Received feedback from Climate Action Commission on Residential EE Rebate Program - Oct 2021: Staff developed a supplemental grant program for electirifcation/ee improvements for households in targeted neighborhoods participating in the existing NDS rehab loan programs. - Nov. 2021: Climate Action staff to revise proposal based on Climate Action commission & NDS feedback. - Dec. 2021: Climate Action & NDS collaborate to launch program and begin accepting applications - May 2022: Explore expansion opportunities to rental properties In Development As work progresses, will require Commission feedback and recommendations 3 Jan-24 BI-10 Incentivize energy enhancements and building re- and retro- commissioning for particpants in the energy benchmarking program 1.6 Not Started Not Started Not Started Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 1 Jun-20 BR-1 Create a More Robust Energy Code Inspection Program 1.1 -1.2 - City Council provided budget authority for addition of inspector to enable expanded workload - Nov. 2021: New inspectors hired, onboarding underway - *NEW* Building code inspectors have begun training/certification process for energy code, attending an Iowa Energy Office seminar in March as a department - Winter 2022: NDS staff developing inspection criteria. Climate Analyst to assist with data analysis needs. Climate Engagement Specialist to asssit with education and outreach needs for developer/building community. - Nov. 2022: All inspectors fully trained in energy code.Underway 1 Aug-20 BR-2 Incorporate Stricter Energy Standards into Tax Increment Financing Policies 1.3 – 1.4 - Currently addressed administratively through the development process (standards not codified). For example, elements of recent development proposals have included LEED Silver standard build (min. of 8 points from energy category), rooftop solar, low flow fixtures, and stormwater improvements. - Sept. 2022: NDS staff to codify standards through amended TIF policy for Council consideration In Development Contribute commentary to City Council. 2 Sep-22 BR-3 Incorporate Strict Energy Standards into Height and Density Bonuses 1.3 – 1.4 - Application of the height density bonus is discretionary and staff have been instructed to require energy efficiency measures as a category for height bonuses. These provisions closely mirror the existing TIF standards. Staff will continue to adminstratively require stricter standards until the Code is amended. - Sept. 2022: NDS staff to prepare Code amendment to Riverfront Crossings District Code for Council consideration Not Started Contribute commentary to City Council. 2 Jun-23 BR-4 Initiate Energy Benchmarking Requirements 1.6 Not Started - Climate Action Analyst and Building Inspection staff conduct research into regulations, sample programs, and data sources - Prepare proposal for Climate Action Commission feedback Not Started Recommend sample programs and provide feedback as work progresses. 2 Feb-23 BR-5 Develop Climate Action Requirements for all Existing and Future Rental Permits 1.1 & 1.7 Not Started - NDS to determine criteria with data analysis assistance from Climate Action Analyst - Goal: enhance requirements begin July 2023 Not Started Recommend criteria for City staff to consider in developing proposal. 1 May-20 BCP-1 Advocate for State Adoption of Advanced Energy Codes 1.1 – 1.4 - Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities in 2021, 2022 (Note: adoption of updated codes is administrative and not a policy decision) Ongoing: staff will continue to advocate each legislative session Long-Term Ongoing 1 May-20 BCP-2 Advocate for Aggressive Energy Code Development and Adoption 1.1 – 1.4 - Eligble staff voted for adoption of new IECC codes in 2020 - City staff began early discussions with HBA on potential for voluntary elevation of energy efficient building standards - Climate staff to work with HBA to determine how voluntary local program would work with HERS/ResCheck standards; compare with information from Inspections on new energy code inspections (See BR-1) Long-Term Ongoing Engage with local HBA and advise staff. Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 1 Apr-20 BP-1 Solar Partnership with MidAmerican 1.5 - April 2020: Proposed project at Waterworks Prarie Park was not approved. - Oct. 2020: Johnson Clean Energy District granted funds to perform solar feasibility study to include potential solar sites. - *NEW* Solar study completed January 2022; potential follow-up priorities to be taken up in CAC working group - Jan. 2021: Receive Solar Feasibility Study from JCED and share with Climate Action Commission - Pursue partnership projects as directed Underway Upon completion of JCED study project, Commission may choose to offer additional feedback and recommendations 2 Jan-22 BP-2 Net-Zero Public Housing 1.1 & 1.7 Not Started - Identify location for project (retrofit or construction) - See also BI-2 Not Started 3 Jun-24 BP-3 Municipal Building Efficiency and Electrification 1.4 & 1.7 - The City is undertaking a full upgrade from HID to LED lighting on all parking ramp top decks. 10 have been completed on the Court St. Ramp and and 31 more are planned for replacement at the Dubuque, Capitol, and Swan ramps in Spring 2022. Solar installation on Public Works Facility underway. - *NEW* Complete LED lighting retrofit added to projects slated for third floor City Hall summer 2022 Climate Action Analyst & Facilities staff collaborate to assemble necessary data before initiating planning.Not Started 1 Aug-20 TE-1 Significant Transportation Education and Outreach Campaigns 2.3 - Climate Ambassador program includes segments related to transportation. - Sept. 2021: EV Car Show as part of ClimateFest - Dec. 2021: Bus wraps for new electric buses designed to include climate action promotion component - *NEW* "Speaking of… Electric Vehicles" webinar hosted March 2022, Electric Bus Bash to be held in Riverfront Crossings April 22 - Ongoing: identify opportunities through marketing study. Ideas: celebrations/thank you's for dedicated riders, supplemental transit facility or stop improvements - Future: Work with Transportation Services Department on procuring a communications/marketing consultant for TS services Long-Term Ongoing Contribute ideas and suggestions for initiatives, partnerships, and outreach. 3 May-24 TE-2 Launch an Eco-Driving Campaign Alongside Employers 2.5 Not Started Not Started Potential ideas: grant for installation of EV charging ports, paired with informational campaign and car-free week (coordinated with employers). In Development Contribute ideas and suggestions for initiatives, partnerships, and outreach. 2 Sep-21 TI-1 Incentivize Public Transit Options 2.2 - July 2021: Implemented Transit Study fare and transfer policy changes. - Both the ICPL and Recreation Division offer a "ride home" pass valid for ICT - *NEW* Aquatics exploring "ride home" pass possibilities for City pools; free transit passes to be given away as part of Electric Bus Bash - 2022: Explore low-income fare free pilot program Underway Contribute ideas and suggestions for initiatives, partnerships, and outreach. Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 3 Jan-22 TI-2 Explore Electric Vehicle (EV) Incentives Based on the Readiness Plan 2.5 EV Readiness Plan completed. High Priority Actions: '- Grant program, prioritizing DC fast chargers - Amend code to require EV charging as a permitted accessory use, and to include requirements or incentives (i.e. density bonus) for the installation of charging infrastructure in new construction or major renovations - Identify locations for publicly owned EV chargers - Low-interest EV loan assistance for income-qualified and disadvantaged communities - Partnership with dealers to facilitate point-of-sale rebates for Evs - Develop comprehensive EV resources website for Eastern Iowa audience - March 2022: Multi-family rebate program proposal to assist with electrical panel upgrades and equipment installation costs of EV charging units at apartment buildings launched 2022: High Priority actions included in EV Readiness Plan - April 2022: Launch EV Grant Program - Sept. 2022: Code changes in tandem with BR-2, BR-3 2023: Medium Priority actions included in EV Readiness Plan 2024: Low Priority actions included in EV Readiness Plan In Development 2 Apr-23 TR-1 Review Parking Regulations and Consider Innovative Ways to Encourage Alternative Modes of Travel 2.6 FY23 Recommended Budget includes funding to complete a study on possible Parking Code changes. -*NEW* City enacted ordinance allowing parking enforcement staff to issue warnings/ticket vehicles blocking bike lanes - April 2023: Climate Analyst meet with NDS to understanding building and land use issues and develop analysis report with recommendations, including equity analysis Not Started 3 Oct. 2025 TR-2 Require Climate Change Analysis for new Subdivisions and Rezonings 2.4 Not Started Not started Not Started 1 May-20 TCP-1 Establish an Electric and Fuel-Efficient Vehicle Purchasing Policy 2.2 - Sept. 2020: Written policy completed which includes preferences for Evs, describes process by which vehicle options are to be evaluated -*NEW* CAO and MPO staff collaborating on a Zero Emissions Fleet Transition Plan for future transit purchases, including EV and hydrogen cell buses - Jan. 2022: Arrival of 4 electric transit buses - April 2022: Staff exploring possibility of building upon the Zero Emissions Fleet Transition Plan for transit to a full Fleet Transition Plan for all City vehicles. Completed 1 May-20 TCP-2 Track Adherence to City Idling Policy 2.7 - AVL equipment provides digital idling data. In FY20, 30 City vehicles were equipped with AVL technology, and another 60 vehicles equipped in FY21. - Climate Action Analyst to work with Fleet Superintendent to commence regular reporting and analysis of effectiveness Long-Term Ongoing Review reports as implemented. 3 Feb-24 TCP-3 Review Transportation Subsidies, Work Schedules and Tele-Work Policies for City Employees 2.1 - After the COVID-19 pandemic, initial conversations on flex/tele-work policy were initiated but are not planned at this time - Staff will continue to evaluate potential Not started Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 1 Jan. 2019 TPP-1 Complete the Transit Study and Implement Recommendations to Bolster Service and Increase Ridership 2.1 - Oct. 2020: Completed Transit Study presented to City Council - July - Aug. 2021: New route, fare, stop changes implemented as recommended by the Study - *NEW*Adjustments made to four transit routes (2, 10, 12, 13) based on driver and rider feedback to better accommodate route transfers - 2022: Staff will explore low-income free-fare pilot program and late-night on-demand service Completed 2 Jul-21 TPP-2 Complete Electric Vehicle (EV) Readiness Plan and Implement Recommendations 2.2 - May 2021: EV Readiness Plan completed - See TI-2 for implementation of resulting recommendations Completed 2 Aug-21 TPP-3 Achieve Gold Friendly Bicycle Friendly Community Status and Begin Work Toward Platinum Status 2.3 - Aug. 2021: City applied for Gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community designation UPDATE: City received Silver-level designation, but has submitted documentation showing peer cities with lower scores receiving Gold and Platinum designations in hopes of a revised rating - Ongoing progress on Bicycle Master Plan completed annually Long-Term Ongoing May want to provide suggestions or support for local bicycle initiatives 1 Jun-20 WE-1 Engage the Public to Compost Organic Waste 3.2 - Course materials created for educators - Climate Ambassador Program includes waste unit - May 2021: Organic waste curbside collection direct mail postcards. - Resource Management and Climate Action Staff initiating a partnership with Table to Table on a residential food waste reduction outreach campaign and a small-scale commerical food waste processing system. Completed food audit. -Planning for 2022 Zero-Waste Farmer's Marketing & composting staff underway. - *NEW* AmeriCorps to host vermicompoting workshop in April 2022; New food waste reduction campaign to launch April 27 as part of National Stop Food Waste Day - Winter 2022: Advance small-scale food waste processing program based on food audit. Launch complementary household food waste education campaign. - Fall 2022: Food waste processing system installed at Table to Table - Spring 2023: Launch residential drop-off pilot program Underway 1 Jul-20 WE-2 Education Campaigns for Neighborhoods to Reduce Waste/ Consumption at the Source 3.3 - Course materials created for educators - Climate Ambassador Program includes waste unit -*NEW* "Speaking of… Wishful Recycling" webinar hosted in Feb. 2022 Monthly: Climate Action & Resource Management staff are piloting a public outreach campaign with the goal to educate and engage on differing climate action/resource mgmt. topics each month. - Resource Management staff researching Recycling Ambassador programs as possible parallel offering/supplement to Climate Ambassador program Long-Term Ongoing Feedback or suggestions welcome. 3 Oct-24 WI-1 Incentivize Construction Waste Diversion 3.4 Jan. 2022: Staff began preliminary conversations on a possible partner program in Jan. 2022.Not started Not started Recommend examples from other cities. 2 Feb-23 WR-1 Develop a Policy/Ordinance Requiring Specific Demolition or Deconstruction 3.4 Not Started Research policy examples and capacity issues. In Development Recommend examples from other cities. Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 2 Jan-21 WR-2 Mandating Signage to Assist Waste Collection 3.1 - Spring 2021: City received a grant to implement signage at multi-family residential buildings for uniform labeling of waste/recylcing containers Completed 2 Jun-20 WCP-1 Require All Park/Public Space Rentals to Recycle and Use "Green" Event Best Practices. 3.5 - June 2020: Staff developed agreements for sports organizations renting athletic facilities. - June 2022: Test with athletic facilities and explore expansion to general facility rental requirements Underway Review new contracts for parks athletics use and provide guidance for general parks rentals, including equity review 1 May-20 WCP-2 Initiate a Methane Feasibility Study 3.7-3.8 January 2021: Study completed and presented to Climate Action Commission. Commission recommended to City Council to not advance the project at this time; deemed cost prohibitive. Completed Commission Members Prepared a Recommendation 1 May-20 AE-1 Develop Climate Amassador Team 4.2 - Three cohorts completed during 2020-2021 - Fourth ambassador cohort completed training March 2022. -*NEW* Climate Ambassador Newsletter in development to help retain trainees/sustain engagement - Jan. 2022: Fourth cohort begin - May 2022: Pilot ambassador alumni leadership project Completed/Long- Term Ongoing Receive presentatons on Climate Leader projects and assist with recruiting new participants. 2 Apr-21 AE-2 Establish "Resilience Hubs"4.2 - As part of ClimateFest 2021, Resilience Hub outreach and education completed by A&W Sustainable Planning. - Teen Resilience Corps. program ready to launch June 2022 - * NEW* As part of 2021 Climate Action Grant, a A&W Sustainable Planning hosted a climate resilience workshop in February in collaboration with the Center for Worker Justice to identify vulnerabilities and possible resilience measures for the populations they serve - April 2022: Receive completed Resilience Hubs Study - May 2022: Develop implementation plan of study recommendations In Development Support efforts to establish resilience hubs through research, meetings, event planning, promotion, etc. 1 May-21 AE-3 Educate and Coordinate with Local Agencies on Health Impacts 4.7 - Staff continue to participate in Invest Health initiatives Invest Health: - Invest Health project Community Health Index: - February 2022: Engage Johnson County Public Health on Community Health Index - Summer 2022: Commence Community Health Index Study - October 2022: Develop recommended actions with stakeholder group based on CHI metrics - 2023 - 2030: Implementation with regular data tracking Underway Attend invitation to public health stakeholder meeting (unscheduled); consider guidance about ideal projects, or other partners Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 2 Apr-21 AE-4 Concentrated Education Campaign for Private Properties about Native Plantings, Permeable Pavement, Rain Gardens, Soil Health, Rain Barrels and Cisterns 4.5 - Spring 2021: Americorps held Rain Barrel Giveaway/Engagement event; City partnered with the IC Area Business Partnership to hold a 'Green Buildings' Webinar - Parks & Recreation conduct outreach and education activities in conjunction with community gardens - Future: Hold stormwater management education activity or demonstration projects Long-Term Ongoing Provide feedback and recommendations for existing natural areas and stormwater management programs 2 Mar-23 AE-5 Coordinated Efforts with Local Emergency Agencies and Utility Agencies Providing Critical Infrastructure 4.3-4.4 - City staff participate in regular Local Emergency Planning Committee - As part of 2021 Climate Action Grant, the Multicultural Development Center completed an Extreme Weather Preparedness Event targeting underserved youth, including co- benefits of STEM education on assembling Raspberry Pi computers the youth were able to keep for their homes. - March 2023: Explore opportunities for cross promotion of Smart 911 and Special Needs Emergency Registry - See AE-2 for recommendations from the Resilience Hub study - See BP-1 for utility resilience recommendations from Solar Feasibility Study Long-Term Ongoing Identify priority issues to be brought up with emergency management - specifically equity concerns. 1 Jul-20 AI-1 Partner with Project Green on a Tree Planting Partnership; Incentives for Private Tree Planting 4.6 - October 2020: Root for Trees tree voucher/planting program launched. 520 vouchers were distributed, 333 redeemeed - September 2021: Root for Trees program launched for second year - Annually Parks staff host opportunities for individuals and organizations to hold tree planting events, often around Earth Day - The City completed approximately 1,200 new tree plantings in 2021 through both City plantings and partnership planting events with organizations. - December 2022: Convene meeting with Project Green to discuss pilot Forestry jobs training program/apprenticeship - April 2023: Launch pilot Underway Engage withs with Project Green, Master Gardeners, etc. to plan additional projects 1 Sep-22 AR-1 Street Tree Ordinance 4.6 - NDS Staff began drafting an ordinance; currently implemented administratively through zoning and development processes See BR-2, BR-3; implement as comprehensive code update In Development 2 Sep-22 AR-2 Increase Tree Planting Requirements in Landscaping, Parking Lots, and Upon Renewal of Rental Permits 4.6 Not Started See BR-3, BR-5, AR-1; implement as comprehensive code update Not Started Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 2 Oct-21 AP-1 Develop Review Standards for New City Facility Construction and Major Rehabilitation Adaptation 5.7 Not Started '-Environmentally Responsible Management Certification earned for Iowa City Parks & Rec Facilities. Iowa City currently holds the record for the most fields/complexes certified. - October 2021: Climate, Public Works, and Facilities convene meeting and research similar policies in other cities; Analyst to compile list of scheduled facility projects and identified facility needs through master plan, review existing design standards, and dig into Energy Manager facility energy usage data to identify high-priority needs - By October 2022: Adopt base standards for facility projects and heightened standards for eligibility for supplemental Climate Action levy funds Not Started Provide recommendations for developing review standards for new or improved City buildings 1 Jun-20 ACP-1 Flood Mitigation and Stormwater Management Programs/Projects; Buyouts 4.5 - Annually: Creek clean up volunteer events coordinatd through City Stormwater Specialist - Oct. 2021: City staff participated in the 2021 Iowa River Clean- Up which removed a total of 8,800 pounds of waste from ther river. - The City continues to pursue flood buyout properties as opportunities arise. - Stormwater projects included in CIP - City stormwater grant program ongoing Long-Term Ongoing 1 May-20 ACP-2 Continue Implementation of the Natural Areas Management Plan 4.5-4.6 - Currently 100+ acres of prairie establishment in their first/second years of life; Additional acres of prairie added annually; include educational & outreach components - Staff initiated conversations with UI about oppprtunities to expand support for natural areas and onsite education - Prairie Establisment FAQ available on City Parks website Planned native planting improvements for 2022: Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, Penninsula Park, and Iowa City Kickers Soccer Park Long-Term Ongoing 1 Sep-20 ACP-3 Expand Public Tree Planting 4.6 - Sept. 2020: Tree Canopy Memo provided to City Council, demonstrating need for incremental tree canopy replacement activities. - Spring 2021: Parks and Forestry 2021 plantings approved by Council; goal to plant 1,000 trees, double the annual allottment of trees through partnerships and coordinated events, and add additional Forestry staff to care for the new plantings. 2021 Tree Planting memo sent to Council. - Fall 2021: Another round of Root for Trees voucher program held - *NEW* 750 trees scheduled to be planted in spring/summer 2022, predominantly in South District Neighborhood Iowa City Parks & Forestry will continue to conduct annual tree plantings and update City Council on those efforts - Planned tree planting/prairie planting for 2023 to expand Ryerson's Woods using funds secured through 2021 Carbon Sequestration Plan Long-Term Ongoing 2 May-20 ACP-4 Equity Review of Neighborhood and Population Outreach; Develop Outreach Plan for Populations Highly Impacted by Climate Change 4.1-4.2 - May 2021: UI Graduate intern developed equity toolkit, Commission recommended staff use the toolkit in the development of projects - Summer 2021: Green Iowa Americorps member completed update to USDN/Iowa City Climate Action Equity Report - Ongoing: Climate Action Analyst will continue work on equity mapping tool - Spring 2022: Evaluate EAB tree removal impact on under- resourced populations - See AE-3 for focused public health equity outreach opportunities Long-Term Ongoing Provide gudiance on areas of focus or process for equity review Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 1 Sep-20 SLE-1 Host Sustainability Forum and Events 5.5 - Sept. 2020: First Annual ClimateFest (Virtual) - Feb. 2021: Sponsored virtual speaker, Climate Action and Communities of Color - April 2021: Launched Project 51, public education campaign - Sept. 2021: Second Annual ClimateFest - *New* AmeriCorps to host Earth Expo April 3 to highight work done by local sustainability focused organizations; "Speaking of" series has had a very successful launch and high attendance - Annually: ClimateFest - The Climate Action Engagement Specialist will lead other outreach, education, and engagement events in conjunction with a wide variety of climate action efforts as opportunities arise Completed/Long- Term Ongoing Commission may provide feedback and suggestions for events last year and planned in 2021 (Climate Festival, Earth Fest, other education and events) 1 Jun-20 SLE-2 Launch a Green Business Program: "Climate Action at Work" 5.5 -Summer 2020: Pilot Climate Action at Work Awards Program launched, with five businesses recognized. - 2021: Smart Series webinars for businesses in partnership with the Iowa City Area Business Partnership. - Sept. 2021: Awarded five businesses through 2021 Climate Action at Work Awards Program. - May 2022: Research energy tracking / certification programs in other communities and explore implementation Completed Promote program and recruit nominations 1 Jun-20 SLPP-2 Develop a Climate Action Strategic Communications Plan 5.5 - Feb. 2021: Agreement with consultant firm (Cause Impact) approved - Sept. 2021: Results of phase 1 community outreach completed and presented to the Climate Action Commission. - Dec. 2021: Phase 2 recommendations completed and delivered to City Staff; staff continue to work with the consultant on developing branding and marketing strategies - Jan. 2022 Study presented to commission; City communications staff begin building marketing plan based on recommendations from study - 2022: Implementation of study recommendations Underway Contribute feedback throughout phases 2 Nov-22 SLE-3 Local Procurement Campaign - Buy-in from Local Commercial Groups 5.3 - Initial conversations with UI, Business Partnership, and ICDD held - *NEW* Resource management staff working on Beyond PlastIC initiative to work with local restaurants on procuring alternatives to plastic to-go containers - Research programs In Development Working group feedback and recommendations welcome. 1 Nov-20 SLI-1 Expand Community Climate Grants 5.4 - Climate Action Grant Program launched in 2019 - 2022 Grant Program Improvements: Specified non-profit and business categories at higher denominations ($10,000). Introduced new Student category ($500). Increased grant total to $60,000. Applications closed April 1; received 25 applications and over $188,000 in requests. Seven member committee of staff and Commission members awarded grants on 4/23/21. - *NEW* 2023 Grant application window opened. Committee of staff and Commission members will award next round of grants April 2022. Staff exploring opportunities to create related grant programs based on unfunded projects. - Grant application window announced annually in March - Future: explore opportunities for classroom grants Completed/Long- Term Ongoing Participate in review committee; assist with recruiting grant applicants and promotion Phase Initiate Code Action Plan Alignment Milestones Action Plan + Deadlines Status Commission Opportunities 3 Dec-23 SLI-2 Incentives for the Public to Create and Maintain Local Food Production and Community Gardens 5.4 - Iowa City Parks & Rec annually offers community garden plot program - *NEW* Staff attending Johnson County Local Foods Roundtable in April 2022 to identify future needs/opportunities Not Started 1 Sep-20 SLP-1 Community Garden Expansion/ Additions 5.1-5.2 - Recent expansions to Iowa City's Community Garden Program completed - UI Student completed community garden assessment report - *NEW* Improvements to Chadek Green community gardens to be made in summer 2022 include paved parking lot, pathways, and raised beds to create accessible gardening opportunities, as well as the addition of water spigots to existing garden areas and restrooms adjacent to the parking lot. - Parks and Rec staff review community garden plot rentals annually and weigh current and future demand. - Climate Action Analyst to add plot rentals to Climate Action equity mapping tool to analyze gaps in coverage/access - Future: Explore opportunities to expand gardens by the private sector or other community partners installed for community use. - Public input survey conducted in Dec. 2021. Planning underway for improvements to Chadek Green. Underway Commision may choose to provide recommendations, work on this as a project, or suggest example programs from outside Iowa City 2 Jul-22 SLCP-1 Develop a Green Procurement Policy 5.3 City Purchasing division went through recent re-organization and needs a little time before they're able to support the development of such a policy. In the meantime, there may be opportunties internally to start gathering existing procedures and modifying, with local and sustainable acquisition principles in mind. - July 2022: Staff conduct research into example policies and analysis of existing City policies; convene meeting with purchasing - Aug. 2022: Purchasing to author policy updates - Oct. 2022: Green Purchasing Policy adopted Not Started Commision may choose to provide recommendations or suggest example programs from outside Iowa City 2 Jan-22 SLCP-2 Develop a City Sustainability Operations Guide and Make Available to the Public/Organizations Throughout Iowa City 5.7 Not Started - April. 2022: collect best practices and develop an outline for the guide. Not Started Commision may choose to provide recommendations or example programs from outside Iowa City 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 1/9 1. Mark only one oval. Yes No 2. Mark only one oval. Less than once per week 1-2 times per week 3-5 times per week More than 5 times per week 3. Mark only one oval. Yes No Maybe Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers As the City of Iowa City continues to find solutions for plastics that are not recyclable at this time, we are seeking community input to learn what preferences our residents have for different types of food packaging materials. * Required Do you live in Johnson County? * How many times does your family/household dine out each week (includes dine-in, take-out, and deliver y)? * If a business only offers Styrofoam or non-recyclable plastic take-out containers, are you less likely to shop there? * 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 2/9 4. Mark only one oval. Yes No Maybe 5. Mark only one oval. Yes No No preference If a business offers sustainable take-out containers (can be recycled, composted, or reused), are you more likely to shop there? * As a consumer, do you like when your take-out food is packaged in metal trays with paper lids? * 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 3/9 6. Mark only one oval. Yes No No preference As a consumer, do you like when your take-out food is packaged in compostable, paper clamshell containers? * 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 4/9 7. Mark only one oval. Yes No No preference As a consumer, do you like when your take-out food is packaged in Styrofoam clamshell containers? * 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 5/9 8. Mark only one oval. Yes No No preference 9. As a consumer, do you like when your take-out food is packaged in hard plastic clamshell containers? * If you answered "no" to any of the four materials questions above, why do you not prefer the container option(s)? 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 6/9 10. Mark only one oval. Yes No I don't know (Visit www.icgov.org/recycle for more information.) 11. Mark only one oval. Yes, I recycle often. Yes, I recycle sometimes. No, I do not recycle. N/A; I do not have access to recycling. 12. Mark only one oval. Yes No I don't know (Visit www.icgov.org/foodwaste for more information.) 13. Mark only one oval. Yes, I compost often. Yes, I compost sometimes. No, I do not compost. N/A; I do not have access to composting. Do you have access to a recycling collection program where you live? * Do you use recycling programs (curbside or drop-off program)? * Do you have access to a compost collection program where you live? * Do you use composting programs (curbside or drop-off program)? * 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 7/9 14. Mark only one oval. Yes No Maybe Would you be willing to pay a small fee (such as 10 cents) for a sustainable take-out container per order (one that can be recycled, composted, or reused) at a business? * 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 8/9 15. Photo Source: https://blog.get-melamine.com/best-way-to-implement-eco-takeouts-reusable-food- containers Mark only one oval. Yes No Maybe If local businesses offered a washable and reusable take-out container that you would return upon your next visit, would you be interested in participating? This system would likely include a small fee that would be returned upon the container's return. * 3/30/22, 4:32 PM Community Input: Take-Out Meal Containers https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iFcm5ztT52h_H9bQFfRUPCEoBBqYMkLeaW8dJKEn0oc/edit 9/9 16. Mark only one oval. $0; I would not want to pay a small fee. 5 cents 10 cents 25 cents 17. Mark only one oval. Yes No Maybe 18. This content is neither created nor endorsed by Google. How much would you be willing to pay for a sustainable take-out container per order? * Would you be willing to bring your own reusable container to a business to package and transport food back home? * If you have other comments, please include them here. Forms Date: March 7, 2022 To: Climate Action Commission From: Sarah Gardner, Climate Action Coordinator Re: Teen Resilience Corps Pilot Background The Accelerating Iowa City’s Climate Actions plan for calls for the establishment of “resilience hubs” as a key adaptation and climate preparedness measure (AE-2). Such hubs move beyond the traditional emergency shelter model by providing services during extreme weather emergencies but also serving as trusted sources of information and resources during normal, non-emergent conditions. As detailed by the Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN), resilience hubs “leverage established, trusted, and community-managed facilities that are used year-round as neighborhood centers for community-building activities” and “provide the resources residents need to enhance their own individual capacity while also strengthening their neighborhood and neighbors.”1 Importantly, rather than originating as a government initiative, resilience hubs have their origins within organizations and groups serving frontline communities. A culturally sensitive and equitable approach to establishing resilience hubs in Iowa City therefore should be mindful not to siphon authority from such groups but continue to place such organizations at the center of resilience hub efforts. USDN guidance notes that resilience hub “sites should be situated in neighborhoods with priority populations and great exposure to climate hazards, and either entirely managed or co-managed with members of the community.”2 Initial resilience hub efforts have involved efforts by Astig Planning, which hosted a youth- oriented climate resilience workshop in collaboration with the Multicultural Center of Iowa, and Ayman Sharif of AWSPO Planning, which hosted a resilience hub focus group in collaboration with the Center for Worker Justice. Both of these initiatives applied for and were funded using Climate Action Grants. The Teen Resilience Corps effort builds upon these efforts while working with two additional community partners: the Iowa City Public Library and United Action for Youth. Discussion In October 2021, Climate Action Staff were approached by Teen Services Librarian Victoria Fernandez about the possibility of establishing the Iowa City Public Library as a resilience hub through the Communities Responding to Extreme Weather (CREW)3 program. At the same time, staff were in discussion with Tony Branch of United Action for Youth following Climate Fest activities about opportunities to develop a youth-focused climate program. An exploratory committee involving these stakeholders was formed to look at a Teen Resilience Corps project underway in the City of Dubuque focused on COVID response to discuss ways the model could be adapted for a climate resilience effort. The following goals were identified for the pilot initiative: • Provide educational activities, skill building, content creation, and direct-action opportunity to empower teen leadership March 7, 2022 Page 2 • Strengthen and build upon relationships within neighborhoods to create more self- determined and socially-connected climate action within Iowa City • Connect community members with resources and information related to climate resilience • Establish and develop Iowa City Public Library as a community resilience hub resource Subsequent monthly planning meetings have also included Ayman Sharif of AWSPO planning and Hekkie Jamili and V Fixmer-Oraiz of Astig Planning. The group has developed an outline for the proposed pilot project scheduled to launch in June 2022. Under this program, five teens in their sophomore or junior year of high school will be recruited to participate and will receive a stipend of $300 for approximately 20 hours of work. The teens will participate in two training sessions hosted at the public library and conducted by Astig Planning. The training sessions will involve a storytelling activity to help the teens create their own definition of resilience, a neighborhood mapping exercise, and activities designed to explore projected climate impacts in Iowa City. After completing these sessions, the teens will be partnered with Green Iowa AmeriCorps (GIA) members who will serve as program mentors. The teens will identify a two-block area in their neighborhood and will go door to door, accompanied by their GIA mentors, to speak with neighbors about climate vulnerabilities they have observed in their households and neighborhoods. The goal will be for the teens to have 10 such conversations, after which they will reconvene at the library to discuss what they heard from their neighbors. Using what they have learned, the teens will assemble “home resilience starter packs” containing a combination of existing materials as well as a zine created by the teens focused on resilience and some supplies identified by the teens as potentially useful. The teens may also create a video about what they learned that could be shared on social media/online outlets. Finally, the teens will return to the homes they visited in their neighborhood to distribute the resilience starter packs. The packs will also be made available to the larger community at the library and on the book mobile. This pilot is being launched with the intention to replicate and expand the program in the future, with the following possibilities under consideration: • Partnering with additional youth organizations to “host” teen corps or nominate participants • Teens who complete the program could return to help train future teen corps members • Future corps cohorts could include more than five trainees and could be held multiple times a year or at multiple locations, including other potential resilience hubs In addition, it is hoped that exposure to the AmeriCorps program through their GIA mentors could help build a pathway for participating teens to apply to serve as summer GIA members upon completing high school, creating a potential green job opportunity for participants. Staff completed an equity toolkit in developing the framework for the proposed rebate program, which is attached to this memo. 1 USDN, “Resilience Hubs,” https://www.usdn.org/resilience-hubs.html#/ 2 USND, “Guide to Developing Resilience Hubs,” http://resilience-hub.org/wp- content/uploads/2019/10/USDN_ResilienceHubsGuidance-1.pdf. 3 Communities Responding to Extreme Weather, https://www.climatecrew.org/resilience_hubs?locale=en