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Home My WebLink About2018-11-28 CCWG Agenda Packet  2014 Green  5% total since 201  21% per 18% sinc o Ene o Tra (13 o Sol o Wa o Wa Implementa  Tota 32% 4% nhouse Gas I reduction si 12 peak capita reduc ce 2012 ergy Sector: nsportation % below 20 id waste: 11 ater: 38% de astewater: 49 ation Status al Actions 92 21 3%3% 2017 C 20 Inventory nce 2005 & ction since 2 15% decrea : 3% increas 12) 1% increase crease 9% decrease s 2 (see chart b 37% % Chula V 18 Imp 14% 2005 & se se e below for ac Com Ong In P On h Nee Early Vista C pleme ction status) mplete going rogress hold eds Work y Developmen Climat entatio Sect Wat Land Was even Ener Feas Tran Rap char Outr in 20 nt te Actio on Upd tor Highlight ter – Nature dscape Ordi ste Reductio nts, organics rgy – LED Or sibility Study nsportation – id Transit, C rgers installe reach – New 019 on Pla date ts eScape Upda nance Upda on – Zero Wa s collection rdinance, CC y RFP – South Bay CV Fleet and ed w CAP websit n ate, te aste Phase 1 CA y Bus Staff EV te coming 2014 Gree  55% 16% o V s s o E o S o W 2 City nhouse Gas % reduction s % reduction s Vehicle Fleet since 1990 ( since 2012) Energy Use: Solid Waste: Water 10% i 2012 y Oper Inventory since 1990 & since 2012 t: 24% incre 15 % decrea 80% decrea : 35% increa ncrease sinc ration & ase ase se se ce s Sustaainability Plaan Upddate CAP Implementation Timeline for City ActionsCity of Chula VistaStatusWater1.1 Water Education & EnforcementA Offer free water evaluations and technical assistance through NatureScape & Home Upgrade, Carbon Downgrade programsOngoingB Prohibit all landscape irrigation runoff including incidental discharges CompleteC Promote a hotline to identify water wasters and to target outreach OngoingD Develop escalating enforcement policy (up to possible fine) for homes that repeatedly waste water through irrigation run offCompleteECreate outdoor signage at City facilities to showcase efficient landscape designs In ProgressF Work with water districts to create mobile display(s) showcasing water conservation and re‐use options Complete1.2 Water Efficiency UpgradesA Update ordinances to establish best practices and water “budgets” for landscape designs CompleteB Update Landscape Water Conservation Ordinance to increase efficiency (by at least 20%) CompleteC Revise Water Conservation Plan Guidelines and Landscape Manual to match new landscape requirements CompleteA Require free water evaluations for businesses as part of licensing process OngoingB Include free retrofit evaluations in Home Upgrade, Carbon Downgrade program OngoingC In consultation with community stakeholders (such as Realtors) offer additional Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs to help finance water retrofits in communityCompleteD Evaluate implementation of 3.3.3D to evaluate possibilities of adding water conservation measures or informationIn Progress1.3 Water Reuse Plan & System InstallationsA Complete a Water Reuse Framework to identify opportunities and barriers CompleteB Develop permitting guidance, in partnership with local water districts, for simple water reuse technologies Early DevelopmentC Develop promotional guidance that minimizes cross contamination risk for indoor recycled water use in commercial buildingsEarly DevelopmentA Develop a graywater educational guide to help ensure proper installation and use CompleteB Require single‐family homes/duplexes to include simple graywater pre‐plumbing CompleteC Host workshops and promote incentives for simple graywater systems OngoingD Work with water districts to create mobile display(s) showcasing water conservation and re‐use options CompleteA Work with local water districts in developing guidance and a streamlined permit for complex systems In ProgressB Host at least two workshops for contractors and developers In ProgressWaste Reduction 2.1Zero Waste PlanA Initiate planning for organics management to divert from landfill OngoingB Develop a Zero Waste Policy for City Council consideration In ProgressC Create Zero Waste guidelines for events CompleteD Create Zero Waste business certifications In ProgressECreate Zero Waste guidelines for building deconstruction In ProgressF Draft "Management of Organics" policy for City Council consideration that would support the use of local compost on City and private properties.In ProgressRenewable and Efficient Energy3.1Energy Education & EnforcementStrategy 1. Develop a Zero Waste Plan to supplement statewide green waste, recycling, andplastic bag ban efforts.Strategy 1. Update the City’s landscaping regulations to promote more water‐wise designs.Strategy 2. Require water‐savings retrofits in existing buildings at a specific point in time.Strategy 1. Develop a Water Reuse Framework for storm water, graywater, and onsite waterreclamation.Strategy 2. Facilitate simple graywater systems for Laundry‐to‐Landscape applications.Strategy 3. Streamline complex graywater systems permit review.20151st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTRCity Action2020 2021 20221st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR20191st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR2018Strategy 1. Expand education and enforcement targeting landscape water waste.20171st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR20161st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR CAP Implementation Timeline for City ActionsCity of Chula VistaStatus20151st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTRCity Action2020 2021 20221st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR20191st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR201820171st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR20161st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTRA Offer free evaluations through Free Resource & Energy Business Energy Evaluations (FREBE) & Home Upgrade, Carbon Downgrade programsOngoingB Engage “green” business leaders through CLEAN Business program OngoingC Initiate community‐wide social marketing campaigns to target key segments, such as DIY, disadvantaged residents and high energy usersOngoingD Launch a “Build Green” awareness and assistance program for builders and permit applicants OngoingEPromote the use of Green Leases to commercial property owners and tenants In ProgressF Create local incentives or policies for building benchmarking and public disclosure In ProgressA Initiate monthly energy code trainings for building permit and inspection staff OngoingB Conduct secondary reviews of inspections to help identify common energy code errors OngoingC Integrate energy and sustainability info into permit counter and/or inspection outreach materials In ProgressD Determine if bulk or annual permit program will encourage more permitted jobs Needs WorkECreate “Build Green Chula Vista” network to support contractors, inspectors, appraisers and others who work with homes.In ProgressF Work with state/regional partners on consumer education of the value of permits and complaints related to energy codeNeeds Work3.2Clean Energy SourcesA Adopt pre‐wiring and pre‐plumbing standards for solar photovoltaic and solar hot water, respectively CompleteB Develop a solar photovoltaic requirement for new homes and businesses for City Council consideration CompleteA Conduct a CCA Feasibility Study to identify costs and benefits for City Council consideration In ProgressB Evaluate potential to partner with private sector to utilize municipal facilities for community solar projects (such as to support SDG&E’s EcoShare program)Early DevelopmentC Promote “green” electricity credits and tariffs such as SDG&E’s EcoChoice Ongoing3.3Energy Efficiency UpgradesA In consultation with community stakeholders (such as Realtors) offer additional Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs to help finance cool roof retrofits in communityCompleteB Review related cost‐effectiveness studies for the City’s two climate zones and determine if cool roof requirements are cost effectiveCompleteA Leverage Community Development Block Grant funding for energy upgrades for low‐income households OngoingB Offer expedited permitting for projects in voluntary Green Building Plus program OngoingC Transition to over‐the‐counter permitting for residential solar systems CompleteD Work with SDG&E to evaluate feasibility of a permit based energy efficiency incentive On HoldEEvaluate if the City can allow SDG&E QA/QC program to serve as final permit inspection On HoldF Seek funds to subsidize expedited Cal Green Tier 1 projects Needs WorkA Require free energy evaluations for businesses as part of licensing process OngoingB Include free retrofit evaluations in Home Upgrade, Carbon Downgrade program OngoingC Offer additional Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs to help finance energy retrofits in communityCompleteD Develop Residential and Commercial Energy Conservation ordinance for City Council consideration In ProgressERequire increased energy standards on projects that receive financing from the City via Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)In ProgressA Develop a formal City Council policy to maximize shade tree use CompleteStrategy 1. Reauthorize the City’s “cool roof” standards and expand to include re‐roofs andwestern areas.Strategy 2. Facilitate more energy upgrades in the community through incentives, permitstreamlining (where possible), and education.Strategy 3. Require energy‐savings retrofits in existing buildings at a specific point in time.Strategy 4. Plant more shade trees to save energy, address heat island issues, and improve airquality.Strategy 1. Expand education targeting key community segments and facilitate energyperformance disclosure.Strategy 2. Leverage the building inspection process to deter unpermitted, low‐performingenergy improvements.Strategy 1. Incorporate solar into all new buildings to help transition to Zero Net Energy design.Strategy 2. Provide more grid‐delivered clean energy (up to 100%) through Community ChoiceAggregation or other mechanism. CAP Implementation Timeline for City ActionsCity of Chula VistaStatus20151st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTRCity Action2020 2021 20221st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR20191st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR201820171st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR20161st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTRB Develop an Urban Forestry Management Plan to guide shade tree plantings and maintenance In ProgressSmart Growth and Transportation4.1 Complete Streets & NeighborhoodsA Adopt a formal Complete Streets Policy to ensure all transportation users’ needs are met CompleteB Update Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and Tentative Map standard work to include complete streets considerationsCompleteC Combine the Bikeway/Pedestrian Master Plans into a single Active Transportation Master Plan In ProgressD Transition Growth Management Oversight Commission (GMOC) Ordinance’s traffic threshold to more broadly account for “transportation”In ProgressEEvaluate requirements to become a “Gold” level Bicycle Friendly Community and submit application In ProgressA Develop a specific plan for the Palomar Gateway area, including the Palomar Trolley Station CompleteB Prepare a matrix to help determine and map targeted development locations OngoingC Review additional possible incentives for development in priority areas for City Council consideration CompleteD Work with SANDAG to complete new South Bay Bus Rapid Transit service CompleteEImplementation of Urban Core Specific Plan (UCSP) around E Street Trolley Station In ProgressF Pursue trolley grade separation along the I‐5 corridor at E Street, F Street & H Street In ProgressGComplete environmental document for trolley grade separation at Palomar Street/Industrial Blvd In ProgressA Complete Transportation Demand Management study incoordination with SANDAGCompleteB Update traffic signal synchronization along Olympic, East H, Telegraph Canyon and Otay Lakes roadways In ProgressC Complete traffic signal synchronization in connection with new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) along East Palomar In ProgressA Host workshops to promote bicycle use and safety OngoingB Review “last mile” transportation infrastructure (including technology‐based solutions) and propose needed programs or policies to City Council for consideration In ProgressC Based on outcome of 4.2.2B, facilitate bike‐sharing services into the City In ProgressD Based on outcome of 4.2.2B, facilitate car‐sharing services into the City On HoldEContinue to implement bike facilities in Bikeway Master Plan & pedestrian improvements in Pedestrian Master PlanIn ProgressA Install a 12,000‐gallon biodiesel tank at Public Works Yard CompleteB Install a publicly‐available CNG fueling station at PublicWorks YardCompleteC Install publicly‐available electric vehicle (EV) chargers at5 sitesCompleteD Convert transit and solid waste hauler to alternative fuel vehicles CompleteEFacilitate electric vehicle (EV) chargers, throughprograms such as SDG&E’s Power Your Drive, in areas ofCity not currently servedCompleteF Update City’s Alternative Fuel Station map to promotefuel availabilityOn holdGConvert street sweeper and tow trucks to alternativefuel vehiclesIn ProgressA Establish preferred parking for Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV) at public parking lots CompleteStrategy 1. Utilize bike facilities, transit access/passes, and other Transportation DemandManagement and congestion management offerings.Objective 4.3 – Alternative Fuel VehiclesStrategy 1. Support the installation of more local alternative fueling stationsStrategy 2. Designate preferred parking for alternative fuel vehicles.Strategy 1. Incorporate “Complete Streets” principles into municipal capital projects and plans.Strategy 2. Encourage higher density and mixed‐use development in Smart Growth areas,especially around trolley stations and other transit nodes.Objective 4.2 – Transportation Demand ManagementStrategy 2. Expand bike‐sharing, car‐sharing, and other “last mile” transportation options. CAP Implementation Timeline for City ActionsCity of Chula VistaStatus20151st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTRCity Action2020 2021 20221st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR20191st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR201820171st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTR20161st QTR2nd QTR3rd QTR4th QTRB Develop new AFV parking requirements for new commercial sites for City Council consideration CompleteA Develop an EV‐Ready ordinance for City Council's consideration CompleteB Integrate EV‐Ready information into outreach programs CompleteC Complete Neighborhood Electric vehicle Program in Otay Ranch In ProgressStatus % NumberComplete 37% 34Ongoing21% 19In Progress32% 29On hold 4% 4Needs Work 3% 3Early Development 3% 3Total actions 92(note status calculation formula is array formula. Select each cell that contains a formula, press F2, and then press CTRL+SHIFT+ENTER.)Strategy 3. Design all new residential and commercial buildings to be “Electric Vehicle Ready.”Notes: Red = Major work completed; Green = Ongoing implementation; Yellow = Original Target; Orange = New Target 2017 Climate Action Plan Implementation Update Department of Economic Development Office of Sustainability Conservation Section Climate Change Working Group 11/28/18 CCWG Background Previously met in: 2008 –Mitigation 2011 –Adaptation 2014 –Mitigation Update Residents Edward Legaspi –Chair (SSC Member) Vianney Ruvalcaba -Vice-Chair (SSC Member) Daniel Zaragoza Formed by City Council as a working group of the Sustainability Commission CCWG Background Community Services New Development Existing Buildings & Infrastructure Transportation Tim McNamara -High Tech High Nick Lee -Baldwin & Sons (Maria Miller) Hugo Mora -Mocard Group Allison Wood – SANDAG (Anna Lowe) Debbie Discar-Espe - CV Charitable Foundation Rich D'Ascoli -Pacific SW Assoc. of Realtors (Tracey Morgan Hollingsworth) Todd Galarneau -CV Chamber of Commerce (Lisa Cohen) Randy Van Vleck – Bike/Walk Chula Vista (Matt Lowery) Waste Management Utilities Environment Michael Simonsen -Republic Eric Drabb –SDG&E (Kimberly Ketron) Lindsey Hawes -Center for Sustainable Energy (Michael Arvizu) Len Hering –I Love A Clean SD Sue Mosburg -Sweetwater Authority (Clay Clifton) Sophie Wolfram -Climate Action Campaign (Maleeka Marsden) CCWG Background 2009 and 2012 reach codes Updated grading ordinance Expanded Outreach Business Evaluations CCWG Background 1.ENERGY USE 2.WATER USE 3.GREEN PURCHASING 4.RECYCLING & WASTE MANAGEMENT 5.POLLUTION PREVENTION 6.TRANSPORTATION 7.GREEN BUILDINGS & INFRASTRUCTURE Updated at: https://www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/clean/conservation/climate- action-plan Background -Roles Sustainability Commission –CCWG parent commission (Chair and Vice-Chair) Members (alternates) –quorum (9) required to meet, represent various sectors from community, provide feedback, guidance and ideas. Vote on final recommendations. Background -Roles City Staff –Help facilitate CCWG meetings, prepare meeting and CAP documents, implement recommendations. Public –All CCWG meeting are open and noticed to the public and they are encouraged to provide relevant comments or input to help shape the CCWG recommendations. Public survey and forums have previously been held. If anyone would like to be added to the email distribution list let staff know or email: Conservation@chulavistaca.gov Meeting Objectives Update community on progress Guide and assist implementation Gather new ideas for update for 2020 Hold quarterly meetings in 2019 •2 meetings to review possible new 2020 ideas (short term) •1 public forum •1 meeting to vote on recommendations 2017 CAP Update •Municipal GHG Inventory •Municipal Actions •Community GHG Inventory •Community Actions –Total 92 actions •Complete and ongoing 58% 37% 21% 32% 4%3%3% Complete Ongoing In Progress On hold Needs Work Early Development Municipal Emissions 866 1,198 863 875 Employees Municipal Actions 55% reduction since 1990 ------------ 16% reduction since 2012 Leading Emissions Reductions Energy Efficiency Cleaner Energy Building energy –16% below 2005 peak Municipal Actions 55% reduction since 1990 ------------ 16% reduction since 2012 Leading Emissions Reductions •Fleet –15% below 2005 Community Emissions 217,543 249,382 260,765 Population Water Action Spotlight: •NatureScape Update –New trainings, potential shift to self certification, promote drought tolerant landscaping •Parks irrigation upgrades –in progress, over 2000 components upgraded, volunteer assistance •Landscape Ordinance Update –New ordinance adopted in 2015 In Progress: •Create outdoor signage at City facilities •Require water-savings retrofits •Develop permitting and promotional guides for water re-use Waste Reduction Action Spotlight: •Zero Waste events –South Bay Earth Day, Employee BBQ, working to expand to other events •Organics collection Phase 1 –Expanded commercial collection In Progress: •Present Zero Waste Policy to City Council •Zero waste business certificates •Organic management policy Energy Action Spotlight: •LED Ordinance •CCA Feasibility Study RFP •Residential PV Requirement In Progress: •Require energy efficiency updates in existing buildings (deep dive) •Require solar on commercial buildings •Update permit counter •Urban forestry management plan CCWG Energy Policy Implementation Support CAP / CCWG Policy Recommendations Research and Development Design / Drafting Adoption Phases of Policy Implementation Support CCWG Energy policy recommendations currently being supported: Building Energy Performance Disclosure Green Leases Requiring Energy Retrofits in Existing Buildings Residential Building Policy –Trigger Comparison 100% 67.0% 34.9% 16.1%11.3%5.5%2.1% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Point in Time Point of Sale*ALL Permit Types*Utility Permits*Solar Permits*Addition, Remodel, Pool & Accessory Permits*Other Permits*Estimated 10 Year Residential Building Stock Penetration Rate*Assumes 50% recurrence rate Transportation Action Spotlight: •South Bay Bus Rapid Transit -Limited service now, full service in early 2019 •City Fleet and Staff EV chargers installed •Transportation Demand Management Study with SANDAG In Progress: •Urban Core Specific Plan –Working with MTS to send out RFP, demolition of old corp. yard expected Q1 2019. •Combine the Bikeway/Pedestrian Master Plan –Public workshop in January •Bike/Scooter sharing ordinance in Jan. Outreach Working with contractor to create CAP outreach website •Allow residents to create profile •Learn about actions they want to take –Basic information, local resource, community feedback •Get points for taking action •Create community action groups •Follow individual and group leaderboard TEDxChula Vista talk: https://youtu.be/-fW7tSUVSvk Existing example: www.fremontgreenchallenge.org Outreach •Network of Mayors from across the nation •Working on joint EV purchase (estimated 60 EV purchased over next two fiscal years) •Highlight successful climate actions Next Steps GHG Inventories Future Inventories •Utilize third party and Regional Framework for 2016 inventory –expected early next year •Track and confirm GHG reductions not from methodology changes Next Steps Climate Change Working Group •Meeting times and locations? February 20th, 2019? •Public forum •Send staff any new ideas or GHG reductions to incorporate into 2019 meetings. THANK YOU “Together we can build a world we want, a world we’re proud to leave our children and grandchildren.” –Ban Ki-moon Cory Downs Sustainability Specialist (619) 476-2442 cdowns@chulavistaca.gov Next Steps –Post 2020 •Maintain compliance with 2030 and 2050 state GHG reduction goals Next Steps –Post 2020 Align with City development and general plan update Next Steps –Post 2020 Focus on disadvantaged areas Next Steps –Post 2020 Include on adaptation Next Steps –Post 2020 Hold CCWG series in 2020/21 to focus on late 2020, 2030 and 2040 actions •Provide time for new technologies and program development •Allow staff to devote more resources to planning vs. implementation