City of West Linn Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting, August 2026

The City of West Linn Sustainability Advisory Board held a meeting on August 21, 2026, focusing on various sustainability initiatives and city policies. Key procurement-related discussions included reviewing the city's environmentally preferable purchasing policy and recycling guidelines, with an emphasis on encouraging sustainable purchasing practices. The board also discussed ongoing efforts to revisit curbside composting services in collaboration with Westland Refuse Company, including plans for future meetings to explore market changes and potential pilot programs for recycling in city parks. Additionally, the board considered community garden development challenges, such as water infrastructure costs and potential use of private properties, and discussed tree canopy preservation efforts, including volunteer coordination for invasive species removal and replanting. Action items were assigned to review purchasing guidelines, building code ordinances related to sustainable materials, and community garden feasibility. The board also planned to revise and send a letter urging city council support for environmental legislation related to disaster cleanup funding. Roberto Vateroni was confirmed to step in as co-chair of the board. The next meeting was scheduled for September 17, 2026.