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Action 3: measuring outcomes BP 24.3: Engage community members and partners in identifying, measuring, and reporting progress on key sustainability and social indicators, including energy use/greenhouse gas emissions, social vitality/social inclusion outcome measures. 24.3 in Action: Richfield's Climate Action Plan In 2020, the Richfield city council approved a Climate Action Plan with 80 actions, across six focus areas, to be completed in the next five years. Results "will be annually reviewed by the Sustainability Commission, with efforts and achievements presented to the City Council annually as well." From LED streetlights to chicken ordinances, the plan identifies specific actions. City leaders appreciate this. "A lot of climate action plans out there are very big picture, but lacking in specific details," said Councilmember Whalen. "This plan has clear steps and we will know each year if we are succeeding or not at working toward our goal of becoming a more sustainable city." Importantly, equity is a priority. According to Rachel Lindholm, Sustainability Coordinator, "Equity and sustainability are always connected in my mind. If you think about weatherization or energy efficiency it is generally those who can least afford to pay that live in the least efficient housing." This is reflected in the climate plan: "It is well-known that climate change has and will continue to affect everyone, disproportionately affecting marginalized populations. This includes our elderly, people of color, disabled, non-English speaking, low-income, and immunocompromised friends, family, and neighbors." These efforts build on Richfield's participation in the Racial Equity Cohort led by the Government Alliance for Race and Equity (CARE). Equity enters into the plan in areas from food access, to urban forests, to energy efficiency. By establishing specific actions (and timelines), the plan lays groundworkfor evaluating outcomes in these areas. 15