Sustainability Commission 4-16-2026

The City of Green Bay Sustainability Commission held a meeting on April 16, 2026, focusing primarily on environmental and sustainability initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included proposed amendments to municipal code section 283 to allow harvesting of fruit and nuts from city parklands, with rules to designate food forest zones and restrictions to protect plant species and municipal liability. The commission moved to refer this ordinance amendment to staff for further drafting. Updates were provided on grant-funded capital projects such as the East River Emily Park resiliency project, slated for construction in spring 2027, supported by over $900,000 in grant funding for engineering and design work. The commission also discussed community engagement efforts, including a sustainable business accelerator program and plant kit giveaways, noting funding and donations from local organizations. Additionally, the commission reviewed the annual Green Tier Legacy Community report, which supports grant competitiveness but involves significant staff data collection and reporting efforts. A motion was passed to receive and place workgroup updates on file. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but grant applications and capital improvement projects were highlighted as key procurement-related activities.