HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-08-2023 Sustainability Board Agenda & Packet MaterialsA.Call to Order - 6:00 PM
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B.Disclosures
C.Changes to the Agenda
D.Approval of Minutes
D.1 Approve the January 11, 2023 Sustainability Board Meeting Minutes (Chipouras)
E.Public Comments
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THE SUSTAINABILITY BOARD OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
SB AGENDA
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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your name and place of residence in an audible tone of voice for the record and limit your
comments to three minutes.
General public comments to the Board can be found on their Laserfiche repository page.
F.Special Presentations
F.1 Legislative Agenda Special Presentation(Meyer)
G.FYI/Discussion
G.1 Food System Stakeholder and Priority Mapping Work Session #2 (Meyer)
H.Adjournment
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Sustainability Board
FROM:Ali Chipouras, Sustainability Program Specialist
Natalie Meyer, Sustainability Program Manager
Jon Henderson, Strategic Services Director
SUBJECT:Approve the January 11, 2023 Sustainability Board Meeting Minutes
MEETING DATE:February 8, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:Approve the January 11, 2023 Sustainability Board Meeting Minutes
STRATEGIC PLAN:1.2 Community Engagement: Broaden and deepen engagement of the
community in city government, innovating methods for inviting input from
the community and stakeholders.
BACKGROUND:In accordance with Commission Resolution 5323 and the City of Bozeman's
Citizen Advisory Board Manual, all Boards must have minutes taken and
approved. Prepared minutes will be provided for approval by the board at
the next scheduled meeting. Staff will make any corrections identified to the
minutes before submitting them to the City Clerk's Office.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None.
ALTERNATIVES:As recommended by the Board.
FISCAL EFFECTS:None.
Attachments:
01-11-2023 Sustainability Advisory Board Minutes.pdf
Report compiled on: February 3, 2023
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THE SUSTAINBILITY CITIZEN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
1/11/2023
General information about the Sustainability Board can be found in our Laserfiche repository.
A) 00:00:28 Call to Order - 6:00 PM Present: Isabel Shaida, Lumay Murphy, Matt Thompson, Emma Bode, Rebecca Kurnick, Douglas
Fischer
Absent: Kristin Blackler, Terry Cunningham
B) 00:03:13 Disclosures
• There were no disclosures.
C) 00:03:24 Changes to the Agenda
• There were no changes to the agenda.
D) 00:03:37 Approval of Minutes
D.1 Approve the December 14, 2022, Sustainability Board Meeting Minutes
12-14-22 Sustainability Advisory Board Minutes.pdf
00:04:44 Motion to amend D) Approval of Minutes
Rebecca Kurnick: Motion
Isabel Shaida: 2nd
00:04:44 Vote on the Motion to amend D) Approval of Minutes The Motion carried 5 - 0.
Approve:
Isabel Shaida
Matt Thompson
Emma Bode
Rebecca Kurnick
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Sustainability Citizen Advisory Board Meeting Minutes, 1/11/2023
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Douglas Fischer
Disapprove:
None
E) 00:04:51 Public Comments
• There were no public comments.
F) 00:05:40 Special Presentations
F.1 00:13:33 Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan Presentation
• Park Planning and Development Manager Addi Jadin provided a special presentation on the
Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation (PRAT) Plan that is currently in development and
how it relates to the Bozeman Climate Plan. The PRAT Plan will be brought to the City
Commission for review and adoption in April 2023.
G) 00:38:28 FYI/Discussion
• Rebecca Kurnick provided an FYI that she compiled a list of local food system stakeholders to
share with city staff for interview consideration as part of the Food System Priority Mapping
Project. She read the list of stakeholders to the board.
• Isabel Shaida provided an FYI that on January 20th a coalition of Montana individuals, families,
and organizations will be gathering in the state capitol in Helena for a climate advocacy day
entitled Protect Our Home Montanans for a Livable Climate.
G.1 00:43:18 2022 Citizen Advisory Board Ethics Trainings
• Deputy City Clerk Taylor Chambers led the advisory board through the annual city ethics
training.
G.2 01:18:06 Sustainability Board Work Plan Review
Sustainability Citizen Advisory Board 2022-2023 Work Plan Review - January 2023.pdf
• Strategic Services Director Jon Henderson led the advisory board through a work session on the
2022-2023 Sustainability Citizen Advisory Board Work Plan. The board asked staff questions and
provided guidance on the work plan.
Public Comment: Mary Wictor
H) 02:28:25 Adjournment
This board generally meets on the second Wednesday of the month 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Sustainability Board
FROM:Jon Henderson, Strategic Services Director
SUBJECT:Legislative Agenda Special Presentation
MEETING DATE:February 8, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:Legislative Agenda Special Presentation
STRATEGIC PLAN:6.3 Climate Action: Reduce community and municipal Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) emissions, increase the supply of clean and renewable energy; foster
related businesses.
BACKGROUND:The City of Bozeman takes an active role in each Legislative session, in an
effort to ensure state law supports the City's climate goals, as stated in the
Bozeman Climate Plan.
Natalie Meyer, Sustainability Program Manager, will provide a brief overview
bills currently being tracked (see list below), followed by questions from the
Sustainability Board.
Introduced:
HB 55 – An act establishing a tax on electric vehicle charging stations
HB 60 – An act providing for an annual fee on electric vehicles registered in
the state
HB 170 -- Repeal state energy policy
HB 220 – Create select committee on energy resource planning and
acquisition
HB 241 – Prohibit government from requiring buildings be constructed with
solar panels
SB 147 – Create state energy conservation standards
SB 178 – Generally revise cryptocurrency laws
SB 208 – Prohibit local governments from banning or limiting energy choices
SB 228 – Prohibit local governments from banning petroleum fuels
SB 255 -- Revising electric vehicle charging station laws
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None.
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ALTERNATIVES:As suggested by the Sustainability Citizen Advisory Board.
FISCAL EFFECTS:None.
Attachments:
HB 241 Meyer Testimony Oppose_20230124.pdf
Report compiled on: February 3, 2023
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CITY OF BOZEMAN TESTIMONY
Meyer
House Local Government Committee
01-24-2023
Good Afternoon, Chair Brewster and Local Government Committee Members, My name
is Natalie Meyer (M-E-Y-E-R), City of Bozeman’s Sustainability Program Manager. Thank
you for the opportunity today to testify in OPPOSITION TO HOUSE BILL 241 on behalf of
the City of Bozeman.
The buildings we construct today will be with us for the next 50 to 100 years and
beyond. Prohibiting local governments, as well as the state building code, from including
solar-ready, electric vehicle (EV) ready, and energy storage-ready design will result in
poor planning and costly upgrades. Standardizing these practices within the building
code will lead to better outcomes for designers, owners, inspectors, and end-users.
Excluding a set of technologies from local planning and building codes will ultimately
lead to higher costs for businesses and residents--and Montana will economically lag
behind the rest of the country.
It should be clarified for the public record that adopting the proposed language in
section 50-60-203. Department to adopt state building code by rule, will prevent the
state-adopted building code from including any requirements related to electric vehicles
and solar panels now or in the future. As these technologies become more common,
some building owners will indeed do this work voluntarily. For safety and
standardization, it would be far better for this work to be completed according to the
national and state building code. The proposed amendment in 50-60-203 will require
the Department of Labor and Industry to revise the code they adopted on June 11,
2022, following a public process that was overseen by the Department of Labor and
Industry and the Governor’s appointed Building Codes Council.
We understand that there is not a one-size fits all approach for States, nor a one-size fits
all approach for local jurisdictions. Every community in Montana has a different set of
needs and circumstances, as well as its own public process. The City of Bozeman is
committed to public engagement and considers housing affordability a top priority. Our
organization is focused on the first price tag of housing, as well as the ongoing cost of
living in our community. Since the State of Montana adopted the optional solar-ready
appendices in the building code, City staff has discussed solar-ready provisions during at
least two public meetings, including the need for a cost-benefit analysis, code training
for contractors and inspectors, and potential incentives. By practice, the City develops
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public engagement plans that typically span more than a year before undertaking the
minimum two required public hearings for code adoption. We ask that you consider
restraint in this bill, in the same way, local governments will use restraint in
implementing solar-ready and EV-ready provisions to ensure that any future
requirement truly reflects the needs and expectations of our residents.
As a local example, the City of Bozeman recently completed construction on a new
Public Safety Center. During design, the City included solar-ready, energy storage-ready,
and EV-ready provisions with these technologies to be installed at a later date. On this
$42M project, the PV and energy storage rough-in pathway added $13,500 dollars for a
future solar array. The EV rough-in pathway cost $4,500 for 6 parking spaces. After bids
came in lower than expected, we had the ability to install a 264kW solar array. This
system will enhance the ability of emergency responders to serve the community during
extreme weather events, while saving taxpayers nearly $500,000 over the warranty
period of the solar array. The solar-ready, energy storage-ready, and EV-ready
provisions totaled 0.04% of the total project cost. This installation would have been
significantly more expensive--or even impractical--if we had not included solar-ready
design.
In the same way, with most automakers planning to electrify large portions of their
fleets over the next 5 to 15 years, we should expect EVs to be part of our future. With
modest preparation, the cost of EV installations can be reduced significantly. The City of
Denver estimates an 80% reduction in EV-Ready (including conduit and circuit)
compared to retrofitting a site. EV’s likely will not replace every vehicle in Montana, but
driving an EV will soon be more affordable than driving a conventional vehicle. Over the
past few years, the majority of residential new construction in Bozeman has been multi-
family housing. There are currently 1300 apartments under construction in Bozeman.
Without some degree of planning, residents living in multi-family housing will find
significant logistical barriers to owning a more affordable vehicle.
With our growing population and growing energy needs, we can’t afford to categorically
exclude these technologies. With a modest upfront investment, we can expand energy
choice in an “all of the above” energy strategy. Prohibiting this type of planning will
conversely limit energy choice and prevent businesses and residents from accessing
opportunities to save.
Thank you Chair Brewster and members of the Local Government Committee for
hearing my testimony OPPOSING HOUSE BILL 241 today. I look forward to answering
any questions you may have.
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Sustainability Board
FROM:Jon Henderson, Strategic Services Director
SUBJECT:Food System Stakeholder and Priority Mapping Work Session #2
MEETING DATE:February 8, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:Food System Stakeholder and Priority Mapping Work Session #2
STRATEGIC PLAN:6.3 Climate Action: Reduce community and municipal Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) emissions, increase the supply of clean and renewable energy; foster
related businesses.
BACKGROUND:On November 9, 2022 the Sustainability Citizen Advisory Board held a Work
Session on the City's approach to cultivating a robust local food system, as
described in Solution N. of the Bozeman Climate Plan.
Feedback from the Board has been incorporated into the attached draft
Scope of Work, which will be advertised through a Request for Proposals.
Before publishing an RFP, additional feedback is requested from the Board,
as follows:
Is this the right approach? What questions/suggestions do you have?
Are there interview question themes to add or reconsider?
Additional supporting resources regarding food system resilience can be
found within the Johns Hopkins Center for A Livable Future "Planning Guide
for Local Governments". Please note that this resource may require visitors
to answer a few questions before downloading the PDF guide.
As previously stated in the November 9, 2022 staff memo, this item will help
address the following Climate Plan action items, further defined as Item #5
in the Sustainability Board's adopted Work Plan:
6.N.1 Support the Formation of a Local Food Council
6.N.2 Help Develop a Food System Assessment and Security Plan
6.N.3 Encourage Local Agriculture and Preservation of Working Lands
6.N.4 Support Local Food Production, Processing, and Distribution
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None.
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ALTERNATIVES:As suggested by the Sustainability Citizen Advisory Board.
FISCAL EFFECTS:The Sustainability Division has $20,000 allocated in FY23 to support this
effort.
Attachments:
Local Food System Preliminary Mapping Project - Draft Scope
of Services.pdf
Report compiled on: February 2, 2023
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Local Food System Preliminary Mapping Project
Project Background and Description
In 2020, the City of Bozeman adopted the Bozeman Climate Plan. The Bozeman Climate Plan outlines
the City’s climate and resiliency goals with actionable solutions to reach these goals. Equity, Human
Health & Well-Being, and City Assets are cross cutting themes throughout the plan. The Climate Plan has
six primary focus areas, one of which is Regenerative Greenspace, Food Systems, and the Natural
Environment. Within this focus area is Solution N Cultivate a Robust Local Food System.
To more effectively guide the implementation of Climate Plan Solution N Cultivate a Robust Local Food
System the City staff, the Sustainability Citizen Advisory Board, and the Bozeman City Commission wish
to more fully understand the local food landscape. The City will partner with a consultant to conduct
focused interviews with key food system players and experts in the community. Through these
interviews the City aims to:
- Develop a partner map of local food system entities, assets, and other key players.
- Understand barriers and opportunities within the local food system.
- Determine the appropriate role of the City to support the local food system and the best
approach to implementing Solution N.
The Local Food System Preliminary Mapping Project will explore how City policy, programs, and actions
have impacted the local food system either by creating, intensifying, or breaking down barriers facing
the system.
The local food system plays a major role in sustaining community resilience and equitable food access.
The Preliminary Mapping Project will explore current systems, key players, and assets that are integral
to sustaining the food system during times of disaster and disturbances to the national and global food
supply chain. The project will identify the most pressing and high-risk stressors and potential shocks
facing the local food system.
Equitable food access, especially during shocks and stressors, is critical to community resiliency and to
creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. The project will identify entities within the
existing food system that are supporting equitable food access and potential gaps where community
needs are not being met.
The final recommendations of the Local Food System Preliminary Mapping Project will provide guidance
for the City on how the local government can support cultivating a robust, equitable, and resilient food
system. The recommendations will build on existing work in the community and identify partnership
opportunities. The strategies developed will guide the City on how to elevate opportunities and reduce
barriers facing the local food system.
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Scope of Services (consultant)
1. Steering Committee Development (Spring 2023)
Overview: A small steering committee will guide the project and provide input throughout the
course of the project. The steering committee may consist of academic partners, government
agency representatives, farmers, related experts, etc.
Deliverable: The selected Consultant will establish a 2-4 person steering committee.
Details:
a. The selected Consultant will be responsible for determining if and how the steering
committee should be financially compensated. The selected Consultant is
responsible for financially compensating the steering committee.
2. Develop Constituent Interview Plan (Spring 2023)
Overview: Targeted and strategic interviews with key players in the local food system will inform
and guide the final project deliverables, including; interview summaries and key findings, a
partner and asset map, and recommendations for local government.
Deliverable: The selected Consultant will develop a list of local food system entities to interview
and a list of strategic interview questions. This will be reviewed by the steering committee and
City staff.
Details:
a. Identifying and requesting interviews with a wide variety of key players (businesses,
individuals, non-profit organizations, etc.) will be critical to receiving diverse and
productive input. See list of potential interview populations.
b. Interview questions should be strategically designed to align with the purpose and
goals of the project. This includes honing in on the City’s impact and the goals and
cross-cutting themes represented in the Bozeman Climate Plan. See list of example
questions.
3. Conduct Constituent Interviews (Summer – End of Year 2023)
Overview: Recognizing that many of the potential constituents are extremely busy and workload
is impacted seasonally; the selected Consultant will navigate the best flexible approach to
working with constituents.
Deliverable: The selected Consultant will conduct interviews, relying on a variety of both in-
person and virtual formats to capture robust input.
Details:
a. The selected Consultant will determine if, when, and what amount of financial
compensation for interviewees is appropriate. The selected Consultant will be
responsible for any compensation and should identify related expenses within their
proposed budget.
4. Literature Review (End of Year 2023)
Overview: For successful and efficient implementation, final recommendations for the
Preliminary Mapping Project should build off existing City goals and plans. Through a literature
review of existing City plans and policies, the selected Consultant will identify opportunities to
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enhance and reshape existing efforts and policies; as well as opportunities for new policy and
program development.
Deliverable: The selected consultant will review City policies, plans, and existing programs
including but not limited to: the City of the Bozeman Community Plan (2021), Bozeman Climate
Plan (2020), Parks Recreation and Active Transportation Plan (2023), etc.
Details:
a. Conflicts between currently adopted plans shall be documented and prioritized for
revision.
b. City staff will assist with the literature review.
5. Final Report, Recommendations, and Public Presentations (Early 2024)
Overview: Recommendations and tools developed by the selected Consultant will be geared
toward use by local government and the local food system community.
Deliverable: The selected Consultant will develop a final report that will include a synopsis of the
interview process, key findings from the interviews, a detailed partner and asset map, and
specific recommendations for how local government can support a robust local food system.
The selected Consultant will participate in 3-4 public presentations to share the findings with the
community.
Details:
a. The interview synopsis should include an overview of the process, who was
interviewed, and key findings from the interviews.
b. The partner and asset map should reference entities beyond those interviewed
directly and should be modeled in a way that it can be continuously updated over
time.
Deliverables
1. Establishment and coordination of a 3-5 person steering committee.
2. Development of a constituent interview plan that includes a list of interviewees and interview
questions.
3. Conduct constituent interviews.
4. Complete literature review.
5. Final report summarizing report and recommendations.
6. Public presentations to share findings (3-4 presentations).
Interview Question Examples
Broader Landscape
• What are the largest barriers to cultivating a robust local food system in the Gallatin Valley?
What are the most vital opportunities?
• What are the key food system assets in the community? What is missing or is at risk?
• How do you define agriculture? What does the future of agriculture in the Gallatin Valley look
like?
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City Impact and Approach
• What barriers do City policies, programs, or actions create and/or enhance? In the past, what
barriers has the City created?
• Are there any local government policies, programs, or actions that support the local food
system?
• What do you think the City’s role in enhancing the local food system be? Understanding that the
City plays a specific role and has limited resources, what is the most important for the City to
prioritize?
• How do you think the City should approach the actions in Solution N of the Bozeman Climate
Plan?
• What is the City’s role as a convener of local food system players?
• What policy should the City advocate for at the state level?
• How can we better engage the Bozeman community with our local food system and production
of their own food? What resources can we provide?
Resiliency and Equity
• How can we help make local food more accessible to populations at risk? How can we
strengthen existing systems?
• What is needed to secure our local food system during times of crisis when we don’t have access
to larger systems? What do we currently have? What is missing? What assets or organizations
are most at risk?
• What are the biggest stressors challenging the resiliency of our local food system? What types of
shocks and disasters would have the biggest impact on the food system? What shocks and
disasters are we most at risk for?
Potential Interview Populations
• Producers
• Processors
• Distributors
• Small business/ food entrepreneurs
• Retail/ grocers
• Restaurant/ catering professionals
• Food bank/ food assistance
• Compost/ waste management
• Nutrition/ health professionals
• Institutional culinary professionals
• Education (pre-K, K-12, experiential educators)
• Research and higher education
• Government (Extension, City, County)
• Agricultural organizations (AGAI, FFA, 4-H)
• Conservation professionals (TPL, GVLT, etc)
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• Economic development (Prospera, etc)
• Financing institutions
• Concerned/ engaged community members (diverse representatives, faith-based advocates)
• City-County board of health – nutrition health, mental health
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