TO: Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Executive
Lisa Maher
425-556-2427
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Executive
Jenny Lybeck
Sustainability Manager
TITLE:
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Environmental Sustainability Action Plan 2025 Refresh
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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The City of Redmond recently embarked on an update of the 2020 Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP). The goal of the update process is to prioritize actional strategies for the next five years, recalibrate the ESAP in alignment with Redmond 2050, and conduct inclusive engagement to catalyze community action. During the study session, staff will review the proposed ESAP Refresh engagement approach, discuss community partnerships, and provide an update on the climate analysis work that is underway.
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REQUESTED ACTION:
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REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP), Climate Vulnerability Assessment, Climate Emergency Declaration, Redmond 2050 Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Element
* Required:
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* Council Request:
N/A
* Other Key Facts:
o The 2020 ESAP commits Redmond to refresh the plan every five years. This allows the City to evaluate new strategies and reprioritize efforts based on key performance indicator progress.
o The City is working with the consulting firm Kim Lundgren Associates (KLA) to complete the update.
o Key objectives for the Plan update include:
* Align with Redmond 2050 and the Climate Resilience and Sustainability Element.
* Co-create a prioritized, actionable 5-year workplan in partnership with community.
* Establish a long-term plan to meet 2040 and 2050 sustainability goals.
* Strengthen partnerships with stakeholders across the community to accelerate progress.
* Improve transparency and community understand...
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