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35 Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Local Climate Action Planning grant to 36 develop a climate equity action plan. Similarly, Ramsey County applied for and was 37 awarded the same MPCA grant to assist the cities of Lauderdale, Roseville, and Shoreview 38 in developing climate action plans by providing data, updated vulnerability assessments, 39 and a template to develop a plan and goals that align with the climate goals of both the 40 County’s and the State’s climate frameworks. 41 42 Staff has been working closely with Ramsey County on climate and sustainability work over 43 the past decade and look forward to continuing this productive relationship throughout the 44 climate planning process. Roseville’s funding from the MPCA will be used to develop a 45 deep and inclusive community engagement process to support the plan’s goals and 46 contents, and personalize it to the unique needs of our city. The MPCA has approved both 47 grant applications, and staff is finalizing the budget and workplan to ensure funds are used 48 appropriately and are not duplicated between the City’s and the County’s work. 49 50 At the May 19, 2025 Council meeting, staff will bring back the MPCA grant agreement for 51 acceptance and approval. Staff will also bring forward the selected consultant(s) to enter 52 into a professional services agreement for the creation of the Climate Equity Action Plan. 53 54 Policy Objectives 55 The City of Roseville set forth a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2050 56 relative to 2005 levels. 57 58 Equity Impact Summary 59 There should be no equity impacts with the creation of a Climate Equity Action Plan, or 60 acceptance of the grant money. The plan will include community input and have several 61 components involving outreach and engagement to all Roseville residents, with a goal to 62 limit the harms and challenges caused by climate change. These harms can include (but 63 are not limited to) adverse health effects during periods of poor air quality or extreme heat, 64 increased energy burden for heating and cooling costs during periods of extreme heat or 65 cold, and reduced access to transportation or shelter in the case of severe weather or other 66 community-wide emergencies. A climate equity action plan will include strategies to ensure 67 all residents can enjoy a high quality of life in Roseville. 68 69 Budget Implications 70 The City of Roseville was awarded a $49,975 grant from the MPCA for local climate action 71 planning. The City is required to provide a 50% match in the amount of $24,987.50. The 72 2025 budget includes $50,000 budgeted for professional services to create a climate action 73 plan, which staff will draw from to cover our required match. Ramsey County will provide 74 their technical assistance at no cost to the cities, outside of staff time for planning and 75 implementation. 76 77 Staff Recommendations 78 Receive presentation and provide feedback. 79 80 Requested Council Action 81 Staff would also like Council to discuss the proposed project plan for climate equity action 82 plan, including community engagement, plan development, and eventual plan adoption. Page 2 of 3 Qbhf!68!pg!248