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Sustainability Commission outlines work plan, flags vacancies and equity focus

5613695 · August 21, 2025
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Bruce Payton, chair of the county Sustainability Commission, presented a multi-element work plan emphasizing the sustainability master plan, grant-funded projects, youth engagement and equity; commissioners warned of near-term vacancies that could affect quorum and recommended support for outreach and staffing.

Bruce Payton, chair of the Santa Clara County Sustainability Commission, presented the commission's work plan to the Hewlett Committee on Aug. 21, describing a four-part agenda and one chartered responsibility centered on the county's sustainability master plan.

The commission's written work plan includes: receiving updates on the county Sustainability Master Plan; reviewing grant-funded projects (including a climate-action plan and an urban-forestry master plan); engaging…

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