Sustainability Commission Wednesday, August 12, 2026 06:00 PM City Hall—Shared Vision Room, 3989 Central Ave NE

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CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone			_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community

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ATTENDANCE INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC
Members of the public who wish to attend may do so in-person, or by using Microsoft Teams Meeting at columbiaheightsmn.gov/joinameeting: ID 251 039 264 416 539, Passcode fJ3zy7Wn. For questions, please contact Administration at 763-706-3610.

Auxiliary aids or other accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request when the request is made at least 72 hours in advance. Please contact Administration at 763-706-3610 to make arrangements.

Board and Commission Meeting
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meeting date

ITEM:
Presenting Item:
DEPARTMENT:		BY/DATE:
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone			_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community

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COMMUNITY FORUM: At this time, individuals may address the Sustainability Commission about any item not included on the regular agenda. All speakers need to state their name and connection to Columbia Heights, and limit their comments to five (5) minutes. Those in attendance virtually should send this information in the chat function to the moderator. The Commission will listen to brief remarks, ask clarifying questions, and if needed, request staff to follow up or direct the matter to be added to an upcoming agenda.
  

Board and Commission Meeting
Agenda section
meeting date

ITEM:
Presenting Item:
DEPARTMENT:		BY/DATE:
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone			_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community

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CALL TO ORDER
  

Board and Commission Meeting
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ITEM:
Presenting Item:
DEPARTMENT:		BY/DATE:
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone			_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community

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BUSINESS ITEMS

• 1.Costume Swap
  Presenting Item: Will Rottler, Communications Director
  Discussion of Event and how the Commission can be involved.

• 2.Waste Reduction Challenge
  Presenting Item: Jesse Davies, Refuse Coordinator
  Provide guidance on path forward for Waste Reduction Challenge.

• 3.We Are WaterPresenting Item: Rachel, We Are Water
  Discussion of organization and how the Commission can participate.
  https://www.mnhum.org/program/we-are-water-mn/

• 4.Green Steps Recognition at Council Meeting
  Presenting Item: Zekima Rashid, Green Corps Member
  Scheduling date for Council Meeting for Green Steps to present Step 3

• 5.Community Energy Ambassador Program Certifications
  Commissioners provide updates on progress and discussion of topics covered.

• 6.Climate Resiliency Planning
  Discussion of what the City is working on and what the Sustainability Commission would like to see. 

• 7.Zekima's Last Meeting
    

Board and Commission Meeting
Agenda section
meeting date

ITEM:
Presenting Item:
DEPARTMENT:		BY/DATE:
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone			_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community

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BUSINESS UPDATES
    Staff Updates
    Subcommittee Updates
    Commissioner Updates
    Planning and Coordination

ADJOURNMENT