# September 10, 2026 - Sustainability Commission Meeting

The City of Sammamish Sustainability Commission held a meeting on September 10, 2026, focusing primarily on updates and planning related to the city's sustainability initiatives, including the Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) and Climate Action Plan. Key procurement-related discussions included the potential use of funds for solar panel installations on City Hall, with consideration of expiring tax credits influencing project timelines. The commission also discussed the tree giveaway program, which exceeded its goal with over 330 trees reserved, and the possibility of expanding tree species offerings in future giveaways. Updates on the Green Cities Network membership and ongoing community engagement efforts were provided. The UFMP update, planned for adoption by the end of 2027 pending budget and council approval, will include data updates, priority planting site analysis, and alignment with other city plans. The commission anticipates involvement in reviewing implementation actions and supporting outreach efforts, while tree code updates will be handled primarily by the Planning Commission. No formal votes or contract awards were reported during this meeting.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Environment, Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 10, 2026

### Sources
- [September 10, 2026 - Sustainability Commission Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bn1d4w-ibCQ) - City of Sammamish