Draft Climate Action Plan Published

We're pleased to announce that the Draft Climate Action Plan is now published and available for review! Over the past 14 months, through online and mailed surveys, community workshops, and wide-ranging public comment, we have learned firsthand what priorities, challenges, and opportunities residents see in the fight against climate change. This input helped staff and the City Council to develop a suite of goals, targets and actions that demonstrate our commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and improving climate resilience, while preserving the natural environment.

The Draft CAP sets Mercer Island on a realistic and defined path to transition to clean energy sources, to electrify our transportation, to enhance stormwater and tree planting programs, to reduce waste, and to strengthen our climate change preparations. In order for this plan to succeed, community engagement and widespread participation will be critical. For the next four weeks, through Feb 7, we are asking community members to read it over and let us know your thoughts and comments. Here are some links to all the relevant materials:

• Download the full draft plan to read on your own time
• Visit our online commenting platform & leave notes right on the document (open thru midnight Feb 7)
• Read the full community survey summary
• View 6 graphics that explain the community's greenhouse emissions status & targets, or read the full GHG report

If you'd prefer to provide your comments in person, the City Council will be holding a Public Hearing on the CAP at its Feb 7, 2023 meeting. If you'd prefer to Email your comments, please send them to sustainability@mercerisland.gov