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Home My WebLink AboutAgenda Packet - 2026-09-28 AGENDA 04� E�J' ' Sustainability Advisory Board -- O 28 Sept 2026 6:30-8:30 pm �REG�� Willow A Room, Lake Oswego Maintenance Center, 17601 Pilkington Rd Staff Contact: Sara Stith, sstith@lakeoswego.city Virtual Access ADA Accommodation Requests Translation Services This meeting will be held remotely lakeoswego.city/accommodation Traduccion o interpretacion via Zoom.To participate remotely, 503-635-0282; Relay 711aai* li please email the staff contact at Please allow four business days to O 1 1 L L 1 least 24 hours before the meeting. process your request. 503-534-5738 Buzz Chandler (Co-Chair) • Kara Orvieto (Co-Chair) • Lisa Helfer • Isabela Hollingshead •Jennifer Slay • Angelique Leonard • Mike Perham • Millie Resnick(Alt.) • Calixto Hearn (Youth) • Rohan Sekar(Youth) 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • July 20, 2026 Draft Minutes 3. PUBLIC COMMENT Public comments related to an item on the agenda will be held until after that agenda item. The purpose of Public Comment is to allow community members to present information or raise an issue regarding items not on the agenda or regarding agenda items that do not include a public hearing. A time limit of three minutes per individual shall apply. Public Comment will not exceed thirty minutes in total. If you are unable to attend the meeting and prefer to provide public comment in writing, please email the comment to the staff contact listed above at least 24 hours before the meeting. 4. CITY COUNCIL UPDATE (10 min, Information) 5. BOARD &STAFF UPDATES (5 min, Information) • Staff update—GPLE proposal development; Oregon Building Performance Standards (BPS) program 6. FUTURE SAB INITIATIVES& PROJECTS BRAINSTORM (1 hr, Discussion) 7. ADJOURNMENT— Next Meeting: Monday, October 19th, 6:30-8:30 pm Respect. Excellence. Trust. Service. 503-635-0291 380 A AVENUE PO Box 369 LAKE OSWEGO, OR 97034 WWW.LAKEOSWEGO.CITY CITY OF LAKE OSWEGO � Sustainability Advisory Board v O Action Minutes Eo% July 20, 2026 DRAFT Call to Order/ Roll Call Co-chair Kara Orvieto called the July meeting of the Sustainability Advisory Board to order at 6:38pm, located at Lake Oswego Maintenance Center, 17601 Pilkington Rd. Members Present: Buzz Chandler (Co-Chair), Kara Orvieto (Co-Chair), Lisa Helfer, Rohan Sekar (Youth), Angelique Leonard (virtual), Jennifer Slay, Millie Resnick (Alternate) Members Excused/Absent: Isabela Hollingshead, Calixto Hearn, Mike Perham, Mayor Joe Buck Staff: Sara Stith (Sustainability Program Manager) Public: Ward Conrad Introductions Co-chair Kara Orvieto and Buzz Chandler welcomed attendees, with a special welcome to new board members, Jennifer Slay and Millie Resnick. Board members introduced themselves, shared what motivated them to join the SAB, and discussed sustainability topics they hope to advance during their terms.The board also reviewed its mission, advisory role, meeting norms,and quorum requirements. Approval of Minutes Kara Orvieto made a motion to approve the June 2026 meeting minutes. Lisa Helfer seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Public Comment Ward Conrad provided comments regarding pedestrian and bicycle safety and recent national transportation research. He discussed the evolution of bicycle facility design toward creating infrastructure that is comfortable as well as safe, noting that comfort encourages greater bicycle use. Ward highlighted the newly released AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities and encouraged the City to obtain a reference copy for the Engineering Department and the Library, noting that cost may be a barrier. He stated the guide would serve as a valuable planning resource for future bicycle infrastructure and public access. Ward will follow up with staff regarding the publication details. City of Lake Oswego Sustainability Advisory Board Minutes Page 1 of 3 July 20, 2026 Regular Business A. Public Meetings Law& Ethics Recap Staff reviewed the State of Oregon public meetings law and ethics guidance and reminded board members of their responsibility to adhere to the guidelines. Materials on this subject were included in the meeting agenda packet. B. City Council Update Mayor Joe Buck was not present due to technical difficulties. C. Board &Staff Updates Foothills District Planning Co-Chair Kara Orvieto shared updates from the Foothills Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC), where she represents sustainability interests. Discussion included the long-term redevelopment vision for the Foothills District, including opportunities for housing, civic gathering spaces, improved connections between downtown and the Willamette River, and future redevelopment as industrial uses transition over time. Board members also discussed the planned replacement wastewater treatment plant, including opportunities to incorporate sustainability features into future development. Co- Chair Buzz Chandler noted that an earlier SAB recommendation to explore graywater reuse for landscape irrigation had been incorporated into the project's conceptual planning. City Council Goals Quarterly Update Sara Stith shared that City staff gave a written update at the last City Council Special Meeting to report on quarterly goals progress. The status update was accepted without further questions or comments from Council. D. Future SAB Initiatives & Projects Brainstorm The Board held a brainstorming discussion to identify potential priorities following completion of current major initiatives. Discussion topics included: Transportation & Mobility • Expanding opportunities to make Lake Oswego more walkable and bike-friendly. • Improving bicycle infrastructure using current best practices. • Enhancing public transit service and accessibility, particularly for youth and residents without access to vehicles. • Supporting community-led bicycle events and active transportation initiatives. Buildings& Energy • Exploring plug-in solar opportunities and other residential clean energy strategies. • Continuing implementation of the Sustainable Buildings Policy. Natural Environment • Potential updates to the tree canopy and tree code policies. • Better understanding of pesticide and herbicide use on both public and private landscapes. City of Lake Oswego Sustainability Advisory Board Minutes Page 2 of 3 July 20, 2026 • Opportunities to educate residents about invasive species management, including English ivy and invasive blackberry removal. • Community volunteer events focused on habitat restoration and invasive species remova I. Waste Reduction & Community Outreach • Future improvements to sustainability and outreach events, including opportunities to expand programming, community partnerships, educational workshops, repair events, bicycle tune-up clinics, and incentives for participation. • Continued implementation of recycling education under the Recycling Modernization Act (RMA). Electric Vehicle Infrastructure • The importance of providing clear public communication when charging stations are unavailable, including temporary signage and updates directing users to alternative charging resources. Board members also discussed opportunities to refine how sustainability initiatives are communicated to the public by using more specific terminology, such as climate resilience and circular economy concepts, depending on the audience. Staff reminded members that the Board will not meet in August due to recess. Adjournment Co-Chair Buzz Chandler adjourned the meeting at 8:31 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Sara Stith Sustainability Program Manager City of Lake Oswego Sustainability Advisory Board Minutes Page 3 of 3 July 20, 2026