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Climate Action Commission presents 2026 work plan; urges earlier planning engagement
Summary
The Climate Action Commission outlined priorities for 2026 including active‑transportation improvements, tree planting, updating planning documents, and proposals to be involved earlier in project review to influence design outcomes.
Ken Britton delivered the Climate Action Commission’s 2026 work plan to the council, describing the commission’s priorities: make Winters more bike‑friendly, continue tree‑planting and community outreach, and help modernize planning documents so new development better reflects climate‑sensitive design.
Britton said the commission spent major effort promoting bike connectivity and cited grants, bike‑parking proposals, community events and a proposed pedestrian master plan. He asked the council to consider earlier and more formalized engagement between commission members and planning staff — for example, monthly or ad‑hoc meetings when new projects are still at an early stage — so input can shape designs before costly drawings are finalized.
Councilmembers and staff discussed options: creating ad‑hoc working groups, regular staff/commission check‑ins, and possible integration models similar to Winters’ prior affordable housing steering committee. Council and staff welcomed the idea and asked the commission to return with a proposed structure for earlier involvement.
Next steps: staff and the commission will explore ways to formalize earlier consultation with city planning staff and return with options for future agendas.
