Sustainability Council

Brookings City & County Government Center 520 3rd St., Room 300

Agenda — 28 items

1. 1. Call to Order
2. 2. Approval of the Agenda
3. 3. Approval of the Minutes
4. 4. Open Forum
5. 5. City Update
6. 6. SDSU Sustainability Project Discussion, Professor George White
7. 7. Discussion & Action on Mission Statement Update
8. a. Proposed Language: To champion sustainability in the heart of Brookings, our council unites volunteers, businesses, and residents. We're committed to creating a resilient and ecologically-conscious community, fostering environmental, social, and economic well-being. Through education, innovation, and collaborative action, we strive for a greener, healthier, and more equitable future. Join us in building a legacy of sustainability that reflects our pride in the City of Brookings and inspires communities far beyond.
9. 8. 2024 Budget
10. 9. Discussion/Possible Action on Liaison Positions
11. 10. Discussion/Possible Action on Subcommittee Membership and Structure
12. 11. Stormwater Best Practices Program Update/Discussion
13. 12. No Mow May
14. 13. Bee City USA
15. 14. Seed Library
16. 15. Updates/Reports from Subcommittees
17. a. Marketing and Communication
18. b. Climate Action Plan
19. c. Waste
20. d. Energy
21. e. Local Foods
22. 16. Updates from Liaisons
23. a. Parks and Recreation Board
24. b. Human Rights Commission Liaison
25. 17. Call for Future Agenda Items
26. 18. Adjourn
27. 27 Sustainability Council Members: Bruce Pengra, Cynthia Kunkel, Kyle Jamison, Louis Hesler, Albert Patin, Samuel Krueger, Anthony Shanks, Robin Buterbaugh, VACANT, Emily Abele, Kiley Rath, and SDSU Student Representative Valentyna Stopul. City Staff: Samantha Beckman, Assistant to the City Manager.
28. 28 Assisted Listening Systems (ALS) are available upon request by contacting (605) 692-6281. If you require additional assistance, alternative formats, and/or accessible locations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Casey Bell, City ADA Coordinator and Human Resources Director, at (605) 692-6281 at least three working days prior to the meeting.