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Roseville Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission Agenda Item DATE: January 28, 2025 ITEM: 6.a. ITEM DESCRIPTION: Sustainability Update Background Staff will provide an update on sustainability work undertaken throughout 2024, as well as on goals and initiatives coming up in 2025. Among others, 2024 projects include Green To Go engagement, electric vehicle outreach and planning, and a continued focus on community engagement with regards to energy efficiency, solid waste and recycling, and other key sustainability-related topics. Green Team Update: On May 7, 2018, the City Council approved Resolution #11507 that named the Public Works Environment and Transportation Commission as the Green Step Cities Green Team. Per the resolution. the Green Team shall: 1. Approve and make available to the community an annual sustainability update report containing goals and outcomes of community plans and sustainability initiatives. 2. Evaluate existing and proposed policies to identify any overlooked opportunities for pursuing sustainability and environmental stewardship, and make recommendations for amending these policies. 3. Undertake its best efforts to communicate with and engage residents, businesses, and institutions in the implementation of sustainable practices to help meet City goals. 4. Advise City staff members and officials on efforts to educate community members about the City's vision and ongoing opportunities to participate in sustainability initiatives. 5. Collect feedback from the community and provide recommendations for utilizing this feedback to improve City practices and programs. 6. Provide recommendations for further research and programs to implement in the city to promote sustainability and protect the environment. Recommendation Receive a presentation from staff about our sustainability programs and provide feedback on 2024 accomplishments, proposed projects for 2025, and the role of the Green Team. Attachments None Page 35 of 43