Climate and Environmental Justice Commission - April 27, 2026

The City of Davis Climate and Environmental Justice Commission met on April 27, 2026, focusing primarily on the city's solid waste program and compliance with state regulations such as SB 1383. Jennifer Gilbert, Conservation Coordinator, presented the 2026 solid waste program update, highlighting the city's waste diversion rates, organics collection, and challenges related to new state definitions affecting waste calculations. The commission discussed procurement challenges related to the required purchase of recovered organic waste products, noting difficulties in sourcing suitable compost and mulch locally. Additionally, the commission reviewed outreach and education efforts, contamination rates in recycling, and edible food recovery programs. They also considered procedural updates for the environmental awards program, including adjustments to the screening panel composition. The commission discussed potential collaboration with the Transportation Commission via liaison roles to enhance coordination on climate action and environmental justice issues. Finally, the commission agreed to cancel the May meeting due to lack of time-sensitive agenda items and discussed upcoming presentations and long-range calendar priorities, including integrated pest management and the Greener Davis outreach program.