Title
Approval of Olympia 2045 - Comprehensive Plan Climate Element Draft Letter
Recommended Action
Move to approve the Comprehensive Plan comprehensive Plan Climate Element draft letter.
Report
Issue:
Whether to o approve the Comprehensive Plan comprehensive Plan Climate Element draft letter.
Staff Contact:
Susan Grisham, Youth Council Liaison, 360.753.8244
Presenter(s):
Susan Grisham, Youth Council Liaison
Background and Analysis:
As part of the periodic update to the City’s Comprehensive plan, the Youth Council was given the opportunity to provide feedback from the youth lens on Climate element of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The Youth Council received a briefing from City staff and their feedback has been captured in a letter draft.
Climate Analysis:
This is not expected to have an impact on greenhouse gas emissions, however the feedback provided will help guide the City on climate issues going forward.
Equity Analysis:
A comprehensive plan provides guidance and direction for the overall work of the City. Having equity analysis in each chapter and having the Youth Council share their perspective helps to ensure more perspectives are considered and improve equitable access to City services, programs and activities.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Community input on the comprehensive plan was collected through various methods of soliciting input including public meetings, digital surveys, and presentations at City advisory committees like the Social Justice and Equity Commission. This letter provides feedback specifically on the Key Challenges section of the chapter.
Financial Impact:
There are no financial impacts related to this item.
Options:
1. Move to approve the Comprehensive Plan comprehensive Plan Climate Element draft letter.
2. Move to approve the Comprehensive Plan comprehensive Plan Climate Element draft letter with amendments.
3. Do not approve the letter.
Attachments:
Draft Letter
Feedback Summary