Holland BPW Work Session Sustainability Committee Framework Presentation

1. Holland BPW Work Session Sustainability CommitteeFramework Presentation September 30, 2013 4 pm Presented by Diane Haworth and Paul Lilly

2. A Brief History of the Committee September 2008 March 2009 Sept 2010 May 2009 Request from Council For Mayor McGeehan To work with other and Develop proposal for a Community Sustainability Committee Council motion to form A Holland Community Sustainability Committee That would consider and advise Council and BPW on issues related to sustainability Sunset provision Dec 31, 2010 Committee authorized to Continue operations until March 2013 Original Committee Members develop Bylaws & Procedures February 6, 2013 January 23, 2013 December, 2011 Council motion to remove sunset date from Committee and affirmed membership mix and operational support. Extended members terms to not more than three two year terms. Presentation to study session about changes in Committee authorization and need to establish a Statement of and Framework of Sustainability to support further work by the Committee. Committee send Community Energy Plan to Council with recommendations. Subsequent formation of Steering Committee and Task teams to peruse critical elements of findings. Committee begins focus on broader sustainability approach. Creates task team to formulate.

3. Why does Holland want to have a Sustainability Committee • Original Charter from Council called for it to : Pursue matters of Sustainable Development that: “Meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of the future generations to meet their own needs.” • Today the press and internet are full of Smart & Green City initiatives. • Business and individuals looking to relocate are considering the sustainability factor in their decision making process • People are attracted to vibrant communities and sustainable practices contribute to that vitality. Document

4. Sustainability within a City Structure could look like this Graphic Credit

5. We are proposing a process not at plan There needs to be a continuing cycle to explore and improve

6. If we utilize a framework we can look across the elements that make up a Sustainable City and communicate results

7. This effort needs clear statement of City’s perspective of Sustainability Our proposed statement of Sustainability: The Holland community is a caring and thoughtful group of people that care about the natural, economic and human environments.  The relationships of people to one another and their community are strong and based in the historical faith and family traditions. It is the desire of the City Governance to embrace and support sustainable practices in all aspects of the city operations and community actions.  We will approach sustainability with a triple bottom line evaluation approach.   Social, environmental and economic evaluations should be used to review ideas and direct decision making.  While we will begin with the activities within the city we recognize that true sustainability must be a regional, multi governmental, and broad social and economic activity.

8. Sustainability FrameworkOur Approach • Develop conceptual objectives – what and who • Review other sustainability efforts – Benchmarked: • Grand Rapids City of Grand Rapids Sustainability Plan • Dubuque, IA • Franklin, TN • ICLEI Star Program • List all elements from benchmark programs • Group similar elements to determine common themes

10. CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS

11. Waste Reduction • Water & Stormwater • Urban Nature • Urban Design • Public Education • Alternative Fuel and Energy • Transportation • Energy • Environmental Health

14. Our Approach • Identify major relevant categories • Develop descriptions for categories • Identify Holland Departments with related role to help drive these efforts • Identify other contributors from the community to participate Need a framework to help structure future work

15. Fit with other efforts • State and County Dashboard • West Michigan Strategic Alliance • United Way Assessments • Develop material to help with educational role • City Council • BPW • Citizens and other groups

16. Sustainability Framework

17. Quality of Life Ultimately, it is the feelings and state of mind of individuals in the collective that make up a community’s quality of life. The community through governmental, religious, business and social organization make decisions and support actions that contribute to the community’s wellbeing.

18. Quality of Life Healthcare / Wellness/ Family Support (4,5) (1) Parks & Recreation Community of Choice (5,3 others?) (2) Public Safety Access to healthcare Affordable living (3) Leisure & Cultural Services Access to culture Recreation Access to education (4) ) Public Health Departments Leisure & Cultural Services (3) Safety & Security (1,2,5) (5) Hospital Boards Metrics Quality of Life Dollars for sustainability projects Dollars for community foundation Access to cultural events (number of people attending) Physical health metrics using Mi Ottawa and state info ) Percentage of favorable versus unfavorable press mentions Quality of life awards (happiest, healthiest community, etc) Number of new housing starts, sales of existing homes, occupancy in multi-family/apartment housing (Community of Choice metric)

19. Environmental Awareness / Action The natural and built environments interact with one another over time with intended and unintended consequences. Educating the public on environmental protection and integrating these ideas in our city planning can change negative outcomes of the past and improve our future state.

20. Environmental Awareness / Action Enhance and promote Natural systems / natural diversity/urban nature(1)Parks and Cemetery’s Improve surface water quality (1, 2, 3, 6,&) (2) Streets Storm water management (1, 2, 3, 6,&) (3)Engineering Continuous Improvement of air quality (4, 5,&) (4) BPW Promote Water Conservation (4, &) (5) Transportation (6) MAC (&) DEQ, County Board Metris for Environmental Awareness / Action: Biodiversity (number of discrete tree species in urban forest, number of trees planted, percent of natural/native landscaping, annual bird count??, ) Storm water damage events and severity Percent of green space Surface water quality (defined as??) % of area Tree Canopy Reduce Potable water use (this is a goal not a metric) Environmental awareness (this could be a goal or a metric, but needs definition) Number and frequency of environmental reports (further define is this a community or a city metric) Cost avoidance from environmental actions Air Quality Measures Hours of Environmental Education Potable water quality

21. Smart Energy Our way of living requires a stream of energy to operate personal and infrastructure devices. We know that energy is produced with scarce resources and the byproducts impact our environment. We need to use both conservation and efficiency measures to manage the resources we have to provide access to reliable and cost effective energy.

22. Smart Energy Sustainable energy (ie.geothermal) (1) (1) BPW Renewable energy (1, 5) (2) Engineering Energy efficiency (1,2, 6) (3) Semco (including code and green building) (4) Community & Leisure Energy Conservation (1, 2, 3, 4) (5) Private Energy Base load energy management (1) generation (6) Code Enforcement Reduction in total energy use Percentage operated under smart grid Percent renewable energy Energy as a percent of GDP ( electricity and natural gas) Green / healthy buildings (percent certified?) Green House Gas Emissions

23. Economic Development The business community is the driving engine within the area. While it is dependent on the community resources and structure for support, it generates capital essential to growth and development. We want to be a location of choice for new business and industry. .

24. Economic Development Maintain economic sustainability and (1) MACC promote Economic Prosperity (all) (2) Economic Development (3) West MI Strategic Alliance Balanced land redevelopment / revitalization of brown fields (4) Holland Chamber of (5) Lakeshore Advantage Commerce (6) Downtown Devel Auth. Regional economy (shared infrastructure) (3,1,5,7) (7) BPW Metris for Economic Development Dollars generated in local economy Local jobs created New business start-up Business opportunities generated locally (buy/shop local.

25. Transportation The movement of people, goods, and services within the area is an evolving process. We interact with other regional, national and international elements to create a total network.

26. Transportation Alternative Transportation MACC – greener vehicles/modes, bike paths MAX Transportation and mobility (planning & design) Road Commission MDOT Transportation Services Metrics for Transportation: Regional / national transportation plan (goal versus a metric? ) Ridership on public transport as a percent of total population Miles of bike paths Measure of effectiveness of alternatives Passenger car miles driven

27. Community & Neighborhood The fiber of our lives can be traced to the places we live and the individuals we interact with on a daily basis. The places we live support the development of our personalities and perspectives on life. Communities at all scales have a vital role to play. Encouraging vital and effective communities is an important element.

28. Community & Neighborhood Permits & Inspection Planning, Design & Zoning that promote sustainable Planning (code enforcement) community Smart resource use through recycling, reduction, Planning minimization and reuse Promote reduction of all recognized Community & Neighborhood forms of Pollution and Waste Reduction Holland Recycles (ie. Light, noise, visual and sensory pollution) Neighborhood Groups Metric for Community & Neighborhood: Percent of waste recycled Cost savings/avoidance from pollution (or waste) reduction Volume of landfill use Volume of hazardous waste % of households participating in recycling programs Litter Control Building Permits Crime Rate Grant Dollars awarded Rental Properties Certified

29. Community Knowledge The collective knowledge of the community is an incredible resource. The ability to tap into this intelligence is essential for continued growth. In both formal and informal channels the community knowledge and energy must be channeled to where it is needed.

30. Community Knowledge Employment and Workforce Training Local School Boards Pre K – 12 Curriculum Colleges ( Hope, GVSU, Davenport, etal) Lifelong Education Adult Education Higher Education Holland / Zeeland Community Foundation Community and Individual Empowerment Mi Works Community Collaboration and Information Library dissemination and access Public Museum Churches Adult Education Opportunities Metrics for Community Knowledge: 3 grade reading levels Hours of Higher Education Hours of Community College Hours of Adult Education Adult Literacy High School Graduation Rates SAT Scores Survey of citizens awareness of issues

31. Smart Energy • Quality of Life • Environmental Awareness / Action • Economic Development • Community & Neighborhood • Community Knowledge New PARK • Transportation

32. Next Steps Ask for support • 1. Support to develop a resolution for Council to approve at a October Council Session the Sustainability Statement or some mutually agreed upon statement. • 2. Demonstrate support for the Holland Community Sustainability Committee, SusCom, proposed Framework by authorizing the Committee to explore its application to City & BPW operations through conversations with staff and leadership. In doing so develop educational materials for use within City, BPW citizens and other organizations. • 3. Set a 6 month progress reporting expectation from the Committee. • 4. Continue to nominate and fill open positions with qualified individuals.

33. Questions?

34. Original Charter called for consideration and advisement on : • Energy Conservation. Efficiency and Supply • Implementation of Issues Addressed In the City Energy Audit (CHEF Report) • Air Quality • Waste Recycling and Reduction • Water Quality and Conservation • Transportation BACK