Adopt Resolution #19-255 Approving the Environmental Policy Board's 2020 Work Plan

In 2015, the EPB worked with City Council to revamp their purpose and become involved with the review of certain Land Use Applications with regard to natural resources.  After a successful trial period of one (1) year, City Code was amended to codify the new role and purpose of the EPB.    

The purpose of this case is to consider the Environmental Policy Board's (EPB) proposed 2020 Work Plan in accordance with City Code Section 2-159(c).  The draft Work Plan was developed with the City Council's approved Strategic Plan in mind and, where applicable, does incorporate specific action items from that plan.

The EPB has discussed an updated work plan on two occasions.   The first was more of a general brainstorming session on possible items for inclusion.  The second discussion, which occurred at their September meeting, revolved around the draft Work Plan specifically.  The EPB reached general consensus on the contents of the draft Work Plan.  They also expressed a desire to weave into the various items youth engagement, where feasible.  As the topics are tackled in the coming year, Staff and the EPB will look at potential opportunities for public engagement, with a greater emphasis on youth. 

Alternatives

Alternative 1: Adopt Resolution #19-255 approving the 2020 EPB Work Plan as presented.

Alternative 2: Adopt Resolution #19-255 approving the 2020 EPB Work Plan with amendments (if City Council identifies specific items that should be added to or removed from the draft Work Plan).

Alternative 3: Direct Staff to bring the Work Plan back to the EPB for further refinement based on City Council input.

This is being addressed as part of Staff's regular duties.

Staff recommends approving the EPB's 2020 Work Plan (Alternative 1).

Motion to adopt Resolution #19-255 approving the EPB's 2020 Work Plan.