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City staff outline climate action timeline, EV fleet study and Hawkins Cove permitting

Environmental Matters Committee · May 14, 2026
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Summary

Deputy City Manager Kyle told the committee staff have a draft greenhouse gas inventory and climate action plan out for public comment, plan a June 18 council work session on the draft, are pursuing a fleet electrification study and solar financing partnerships, and have submitted Hawkins Cove permits to MDE and Army Corps.

Deputy City Manager Kyle and staff briefed the Environmental Matters Committee on a suite of climate, energy and resilience projects during the May 14 meeting.

Climate action plan: Kyle said the consulting firm Caramea delivered a draft greenhouse gas inventory and climate action plan in April. The draft is online for public comment, a webinar is scheduled for May 26, and staff anticipate a council work session on June 18; Kyle said the goal is to finalize the plan in July after council feedback.

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