Eugene Sustainability Commission | Education and Outreach Committee: March 4, 2026

The Eugene Sustainability Commission's Education and Outreach Committee convened to discuss strategies for enhancing public engagement and communication regarding sustainability initiatives. Key topics included the distribution and content of newsletters to inform the community about upcoming meetings and sustainability efforts, as well as the development of accessible and ADA-compliant presentation materials for the city website. The committee explored the feasibility of incorporating narrated slideshows and simplifying complex graphics to meet accessibility standards. Additionally, they deliberated on creating interactive tools such as online polls or surveys to facilitate two-way communication with the public, aiming to identify community concerns and inform the commission's work. However, concerns about staff capacity and resource allocation were raised, emphasizing the need to prioritize actionable outreach efforts and clarify objectives before proceeding with new initiatives.