2.90.050 Duties.
The climate action commission shall perform the duties designated and delegated by the city council on matters pertaining to climate action policies and their implementation within the city. The commission shall also serve as a forum for the consideration, analysis and coordination of climate action-related city policies, and shall advise the city on matters referred by city departments, and other council-appointed hearing bodies. The climate action commission shall engage with climate-related matters, including but not limited to:
A. Acting as a focal point for community education through workshops where experts can share their expertise.
B. Understanding our impact on the environment, including carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions.
C. Suggesting climate change policies to be implemented by city staff.
D. Encouraging community groups to provide additional community involvement and expertise.
E. Examining best practices from other jurisdictions and recommending implementation as appropriate.
(Ord. 2689 NCS §1 (part), 2019.)