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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-05-2024 NRB AgendaCm Of SEAT-N HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 5T", 2024 - 6:00 P.M. 1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FL "To improve the quality of life in Sebastian by nurturing the balanced relationship between our citizens and our environment by protecting, preserving and promoting our natural resources" 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3) ROLL CALL 4) APPROVAL OF MINUTES —ACTION ITEM February 61h, 2024 Meeting Minutes 5) ANNOUNCEMENTS Item A. Introduction of New Board Members Item B. Tulip Pond Project — Phase 2 Planting Event on National Arbor Day i. Friday April 26th, 2024 at 9:00 am Item C. New Rule for all Boards & Committees: No plastic bottles on the dais. 6) AGENDA MODIFICATIONS 7) PUBLIC INPUT 8) UNFINISHED BUSINESS Chairman announces title of the item Staff Presentation Public Input Staff Summation Chairman calls for a motion Board deliberation and roll call vote Item A. Sustainable Sebastian i. Reduction of Single -Use Plastics — Champion: Charles Stadelman a. Continue Presentation by Mr. Stadelman ii. Native Landscaping — Champion: Sherida Billman iii. Tree Protection & Landscaping Ordinances — Champion: Thomas Carrano iv. Resource Conservation — Champion: Donna Ware V. Green Infrastructure and LID — Champion: Nicole Mosblech vi. Sidewalks & Bikeways — Champion: Sarah Haggerty Item B. Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration — Saturday, April 201h, 2024 i. Updated History of the NRB ii. Seed Packet Work Day - Date & Time, Sebastian Art Club 9) NEW BUSINESS Chairman announces title of the item Staff Presentation Public Input Staff Summation Chairman calls for a motion Board deliberation and roll call vote Item A. Centennial Events i. Board to discuss potential participation in the Centennial events throughout the year. 10) ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA AND DATE: Tuesday, April 2d, 2024 11)ADJOURNMENT ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH APPEAL IS TO BE HEARD. SAID APPEAL MUST BE FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE WITHIN TEN DAYS OF THE DATE OF ACTION. (286.0105 F. S). IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT (407)-589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING.TWO OR MORE ELECTED OFFICIALS MAYBE IN ATTENDANCE. NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING February 6, 2024 Chairman Stadelman called the Natural Resources Board meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. II. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. III. Roll Call Present Mr. Charles Stadelman (chair) Ms. Donna Ware Ms. Sherida Billman Mr. Thomas Carrano Dr. Nicole Mosblech (zoom) Ms. Sarah Haggerty (alt) Not Present: Also Present: Felicia Gordian, Environmental Technician Alix Bernard, Community Development Director Barbara Brooke -Reese, MIS Manager Joseph Perez, AV Technical Assistant Nick Ladyman, AV Technical Assistant Dominic Adams, AV Technical Assistant Catherine Walker, Recording Secretary IV. Approval of Minutes All Board members indicated they reviewed the minutes of January 02, 2024. Mr. Stadelman called for a motion. A motion to approve the minutes of January 02, 2024 as presented was made by Mr. Carrano, seconded by Ms. Ware, and approved unanimously via voice vote. V. Announcements Ms. Ware announced that the Sebastian's Art Studio Tour will be held this Saturday, February 10, 2024 10 am-3 pm. She explained that visitors would have to pick up a map to visit each stop. The map will be on the Sebastian Art Studio Tour website. The Environmental Technician introduced Ms. Walker, Deputy City Clerk, to the board. NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2024 VI. Agenda Modifications - None VII. Public Input — None VIII. Unfinished Business A. Tulip Pond Project -FL Arbor Day Planting Event -Friday January 19t" 2024 Event Debrief PAGE 2 The Environmental Technician stated City staff and volunteers from the public planted with the help of the Mayor Dodd and Council member Jones. She was very proud to mention Nickie Munroe the Environment Horticulture Agent, Master Gardner Coordinator of Indian River County and OF/IFAS Extension did a wonderful job in leading the charge. The next planting event will be at the end of April. This will be the second phase and she will let everyone know the tentative date and details. Mr. Stadelman reviewed the details of the Tulip Pond Project; adding, projects like this may count toward tax credits if used commercially. It is good for storm water drainage, and the park is for the public to use. He also thanked the Mayor and Council member Jones for coming out to the Event. B. Sustainable Sebastian Staff update The Environmental Technician presented the results of the staff Sustainability Questionnaire Survey. The survey gathered information from December thru January. The survey was regarding environmental practices in the workplace. Charts and graphs were used to illustrate each category. Including energy use, water consumption, output, and discarded trash. In addition, there is a summary of responses, related to areas of improvement, for each category. The Technician asked the board to review the survey so next steps of the Sustainable Sebastian Action Plan could be determined. The Community Development Director mentioned that they would be presenting the results and updates to the Council in April. The Environmental Technician advised that all staff were given reusable water containers. It was reported that the City maintained the Tree City USA Recognition. The City has held the status for 22 years. It was also reported that water bottle refill stations were installed inside the City Parks as well as 16 new bike racks. It was mentioned that the board worked with the Marine Industries Association to host the Treasure Coast NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2024 PAGE 3 Waterway Cleanup for the past three years. Sustainability was incorporated into the City of Sebastian Comprehensive Plan 2040. She reviewed that the City is transitioning to LED bulbs to phase out the old bulbs. She stated there would be a packet in the Earth Day event guide for vendors that will give them an opportunity to transition away from single -use plastics along with tools they can use to get started and a list of suppliers. She also mentioned to implement this for all events in the future, with the approval of the Board. Ms. Gordian proposed two date changes for the Sustainable Sebastian Action Plan: February 21, 2024 for the employee workshop and Tuesday March 5, 2024 for the education program, this would fall under the single -use plastics goal. Mr. Stadelman approved changing the dates for the workshop and the education program. ii. Reduction of single use plastics -Champion Charles Stadelman a. Presentation by Mr. Stadelman Mr. Stadelman reviewed how single -use plastics harm wildlife and pollute the oceans and the lagoon. He mentioned the idea of having the City implement policies, procedures, and corrective legislative action. He also wanted to invest in recycling infrastructure. He added that reducing the single -use plastic would create an economic advantage. He reviewed the Sustainable Sebastian Initiative goals for single -use plastics reduction. He asked the board to review the concept of banning single -use plastics. Ms. Ware called for a motion. A motion to prepare a survey for the residents similar to the staff sustainability questionnaire, was made by Ms. Ware, seconded by Ms. Billman, and approved unanimously via voice vote. iii. Native Landscaping Ms. Billman stated that she and the Environmental Technician schedule a meeting with Mr. Blankenship regarding how they are going to proceed with the planting. She also wanted to ask if the Environment Horticulture Agent Nicki Munroe would be available to provide guidance for planting in the demonstration gardens. iv. Tree Protection & Landscaping Ordinances Mr. Carrano said he would like to get together, after Earth Day, to see how the permit application process works from the beginning to the end. NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD PAGE 4 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2024 v. Resource Conservation a. Outreach Materials Ms. Ware reviewed the information for outreach programs in different counties to see if we could get different ideas from other surrounding communities on supporting conservation programs. She reached out to the 4H program and asked if they would come to the meetings and have a presentation on conservation. She also mentioned reaching out to Waste Management to find out what programs that they offer. The Environmental Technician and Ms. Ware discussed the idea of having an electronics recycling area to be located at the Municipal Airport. She offered to look into having a community garden and suggested entertaining the idea of having a community - composting site where residents could get compost and mulch. vi. Green Infrastructure and Low Impact Development Dr. Mosblech stated she visited three parks, Blossom Street Park, Schumann Park and Hardee Park. Many of the observations were the same as in previous visitations to other parks in the past months. She did not see any evident wildlife diversity. She also reported no visible diversity with trees in any of the parks. When she visited Blossom Street Park, she did not report any use of the park. She reported that Schumann Park's Tennis Court was popular. She said that Hardee Park was busy and the wooded trails along with the amount of people being present even while it was raining was impressive. It gave her the idea to place educational signage there since the park was utilized more than most of the parks she visited. Ms. Billman stated she wanted larger native shade trees, specifically our southern live oak trees, in all of the parks landscaping. She added that we are losing our shade trees and raised a concern about losing the status of Tree City in the future. She added it would be nice to walk through the parks under the shaded area as she had experienced in other places. vii. Sidewalks & Bike paths Mr. Stadelman stated there would be no discussion regarding this item at this time. C. Earth Dav & Arbor Day Celebrations- Saturday April 20, 2024 Mr. Stadelman announced that the Earth Day and Arbor Day will part of the centennial celebrations for the City of Sebastian and added if everyone would visit the City of Sebastian Centennial website there will be events posted for every month through the year. NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2024 PAGE 5 The Environmental Technician stated approval of beer in the park and added that Community Development is going before council for pizza as well. She also mentioned that the Indian River County Natural Resources Department would be attending the event. She mentioned that last year there was some concern from vendors only wanting to participate in multiple days instead of one day. Vendor applications have some in, though she has not had anyone respond yet. She said that there was a possibility of speaker sessions in addition, added there was interest from local organization potentials. She mentioned the Gopher Tortoise Alliance confirmed they would be at the event. She reported that there would be a meeting on February 8, 2024 with Waste Management for a household waste and shredding event. Mr. Stadelman reminded everyone to work on the vendor list and it will be on the agenda for the next meeting. IX. New Business Mr. Stadelman stated there would be no discussion regarding this item at this time. X. Adiournment Being no further business, Mr. Stadelman called for a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:17 p.m. It was made by Mr. Carrano and seconded by Ms. Ware, and approved unanimously via voice vote. By: Date: Mr. Charles Stadelman, Chairman HOME STRETCH of the 5-YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN - Due Monday, September 30th, 2024 INITIATIVES FG 2/28/2024 0, �� 04�0 °'� °�co <<� O ti,�Teo� �y�'y�� a10 ��� bide, s Tasks LQ Program through KBB & 310AL CREATE COMMUNITY/OF - QUITTER PROGRAM AND Charles KIRB is now defunct. Staff & CERTIFY LOCAL NRB agreed on alternative • • " path toward this goal 07/18/2023. Develop [template for] information packet to give to event vendors/hosts in conjunction with the RC X 9/5/2023 Template Created based on powerpoint used comparison sheet from earlier discussions. Task Arrange meeting with Chamber of Commerce to discuss business outreach partnership Chamber of FG/CS 1/2/2024 1/24/2024 Meeting Scheduled for 1A Commerce 1/24/2024 Task Sustainable Event Guide 1B Create information packets for businesses, including Surfrider OFR info FG 2/6/2024 1/24/2024 created by Staff and presented to the NRB. Task Develop education and outreach program for local schools IRC School Board; FG/CS 3/5/2024 Staff discussing program for Film students at 1F Charter Schools Charter HiL-h School •A INCREASE AND/OR ENCOURAGE THE USE OF ENVI RON MENTALLY-FRIEN DLY Procurement -•� CITY -SPONSORED COMMUNITYOCCURING ON ••• Discuss Procurement of current items with staff FG X 9/22/2023 limTeprovidedinfor ationenance Develop outreach for staff about how to reduce single -use plastics, recycling, and conservation DW 12/12/2023 1/2/2024 DW submitted suggestedflyer Task SH & FG have created 2A a comparison sheet of commonly used restaurant products as part of the info packet SH 11/7/2023 11/7/2023 spreaCreate ocont contaheetsct eyorsofSyscf relevant ta. CS to contact purveyors of Sysco & Ed Don for more pricing information. After further review, staff Host a workshop with City Staff to discuss intentions for changes & receive input FG/NRB 2/21/2024 2/15/2024 determined that workshop may not be necessary. NRB to present their Task Create a comparison sheet of all products used in City Hall breakrooms and at City Staff events and present Community FG/ AB 4/ 1/ 2024 Projected recommendations of alternatives to SU plastics to 2B estimated annual cost for budget approval Development Dept. 4/1/2024 CC for approval and implementation by 3/27/2023. Task Task Incorporate info about all products and costs into event vendor packets Parks & Rec Dept. FG 4/20/2024 Projected: Projected: Starting with Earth Day event, and branching out to other events through discussions with their respective hosts. NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD HOME STRETCH of the 5-YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN - Due Monday, September 30th, 2024 INITIATIVES FG 2/28/2024 co o '�',Q 04s C ~°°t1 x �Os Tasks Determine current maintenance practices used by staff at our parks and properties Identify from field visits areas for improvement & develop possibilities for implementation for each park Find out what exactly has been purchased for previous native plantings at the City Hall demonstration garden - Discuss with Nickie Munroe (UF/IFAS) Task as Enhance the demonstration gardens anually with new plantings, weeding, mulch and added signage Task as Determine cost of demonstration garden improvements for budget approval Task as Coordinate with local organizations to create native demonstration gardens at City Parks SE Discuss opportunities for invasive species removals at City Parks Use criteria for prioritization to develop list of priorities to discuss with NRB & Leisure Services Public Works Dept. & Parks & Rec Dept. Parks & Rec Dept Parks & Rec Dept Parks & Rec Dept Audubon Society, IRC Garden Club, Sebastian River Junior Women's Club Parks & Rec Dept., Pelican Island Audubon Society (PIAS) FG/SB 11/7/2023 10/9/2023 SB X SB 1/2/2024 SB 5/31/2024 FG/AB 4/30/2024 SB 4/30/2024 SB/FG 4/20/2024 FG/RK X Task Encourage native landscaping and mulched areas, decreasing sodded areas, where applicable on City Parks & Rec, SW, & FG 6B Properties Public Works Depts. NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD 9/30/2024 9/5/2023 1/3/2024 Projected: 9/30/2024 11/28/2023 Parks assigned to specific staff members. Each staff member may be assigned multiple parks. Garden Club Park selected as ideal next location for a planting project. Data in City files regarding initial plantings. SB has reached out to OF/IFAS regarding next steps. SB has begun removal of dead plants & weeds to prepare for new plantings. FG has begun discussions with Donna Halleran of PIAS to discuss options for an air potato removal event at Stormwater Park. RK developed map showing 5 & 10 minute walking buffers around each park. Develop survey for Parks Staff to determine barriers to implementation of native landscaping. HOME STRETCH of the 5-YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN - Due Monday, September 30th, 2024 INITIATIVES FG 2/28/2024 �'`0, '�'e ��'�0O 0'' �0.1. F Z< O ti,�Teo� �y�'y�� bi���o s Tasks 310AL • ASSIST CITY IN REVISION OF THE TREE PROTECTION AND LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE Community Thomas Development Dep List presented to NRB at Outline pertinent areas for improvement in the code FG 11/14/2023 11/14/2023 11/14/2023 meeting, to be updated as new insight is provided. Projected 11/15/2023 & 1/11/2024 TC NRB shadow Staff in relevant field work TC 9/30/2024 shadows FG in field to discuss 9/30/2024 flaws with current ordinances. Task Projected Staff to discuss standard 9A Board Members to volunteer to serve on Sub -Committee 9/30/2024 9/30/2024 operating procedures with City Attorney Task Projected Updates and discussion provided at each NRB Meeting FG 9/30/2024 9B 9/30/2024 Task Final revised ordinances brought to the NRB for approval before being presented to City Council FG/AB 8/6/2024 9C 30AL INCREASE OPPORTUNITY FOR RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND MAXIMIZE RECYCLINT 13 AVAILABILITY WITHIN CITY OPERATIONS Task —31 Projected PW Director KM confirmed Ensure that every office and copier has a recycle can All Departments FG 6/4/2024 that bins are placed in the 13B 6/4/2024 PW offices. Task Educational outreach of simple ways to reduce reuse and recycle communicated through emails and Human Resources DW/FG 12/12/2023 1/2/2024 DW submitted suggested 13C signage in gathering areas. Dept. flyer Create Questionnaire for Staff to determine areas for improvement FG 12/15/2023 Projected Presentation to Results have been tabulated as ofl/30/2024 Board 2/6/2023 Projected Discussions held with Determine current recycling protocol/routine for city facilities FG 5/7/2024 Presentation to Public Works & Facilities Board 5/7/2023 Maintenance Discuss current procurement of relevant items with Facilities Staff Public Facilities Div. FG 9/22/2023 Projected PresentationInitial to Board 5/7/2023 discussion with Jim Testa in conjuction with Single -Use Plastics discussion Identify methods other municipalities have used that may suit our resource conservation needs FG 8/6/2024 Task Discuss money spent and 13 D Create self -audit criteria for City office operations FG 9/30/2024 corresponding data with Finance Staff Host a workshop with Staff to discuss intentions for changes & implementation methods for input, as 9/30/2024 needed NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD HOME STRETCH of the 5-YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN - Due Monday. September 30th. 2024 INITIATIVES FG 2/28/2024 °o o,` Zt Tasks Task Review the applicable Ordinances and determine if changes are needed to support and encourage these Community FG/NM 6/4/2024 16B practices Development Dept. Task Review GI Map of the City and determine where there may be an opportunity to enhance existing hubs and Community FG/RK/N M 9/30/2024 16C cooridors, connect green spaces, and improve stormwater storage and treatment areas Development Dept. Create Priority list based on the corridor discussed in the last Champion Meeting Visit Tracts for Assessments (take photos!) Visit Parks for Assessments (take photos!) Create Cutsheets from Field Data Task as Conduct walking/ biking audit tours to determine any gaps and opportunities Task Determine if there are areas which may pose challenges to foot and bike traffic and why 18B FG X FG/RK 8/6/2024 NM 7/2/2024 FG/NM 8/30/2024 Parks & Rec Dept., FG Public Works Dept. Parks & Rec Dept., FG Public Works Dept. Community Meet to discuss possible areas for improvement and current efforts by the City Development Dept., FG Public Works Dept. NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD 7/2/2024 8/29/2023 Projected 7/2/2024 List completed & discussed with NM. ongoing ongoing ongoing Projected 7/2/2024 722024 / / GIS Park Walking Buffer Map by RK applies to this goal. Staff meeting with CS on 11/7/2023 10/11/2023 10/11/2023 reveals limited ROW for new sidewalks except for in a few areas of the City. City of Sebastian's Sustainable Sebastian Initiative: Single -use Plastics Reduction Methods for reducing Single -use Plastics (SUP) and other waste products from daily practices. Presented by the Natural Resource Board Why are we here? Because we know there is a better way. A4 -i i How are we going to do it? With everybody! What are the Sustainable Sebastian Initiative goals for Single -use Plastic Reduction? Support overall reduction of single -use plastics and other waste products. �_ ... IFzzl_ II Assist the City and Business community In achieving sustainability. Promote value-added products and. alternatives, and provide guidance on programs and legislation. WC)Hld a Sinale-use Plastic Ran work Let's introduce new ways for businesses to be sustainable. Circularity, Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and Life Cycle Analyses (LCA) Introduce Circular Business Models, EMS, & „;W_ LCA, with awards based on Circularity benchmarks. Reward sustainable business practices and products and to encourage innovations that can achieve circularity. ®Offer tax or fee reduction incentives. Provide tax breaks for companies that move from a linear model to a circular model that reduces plastic usage and pollutant emissions. Change taxes from tangible to non tangible tax the plastic reduce permit and licensing fees Implement extended responsibility. Require producers and usersto be responsible for products after consumer use and Incentivize eco-friendly product designs in an effort to slow, close, & narrow the loops of use. So, what is a Circular Economy? rr ow Is It d ifferent om our urrent Linear Economy? Alternative products to use instead of SUPs. k i bags Reusable produce bags Reusable water bottles g bags Use reusable mesh or cloth Carry a reusable water bottle 3gs from produce bags instead of plastic instead of buying plastic water produce bags. bottles, Circular Economy Linear Economy Take ® Make td Waste Reusable knives, forks, spoons, & straws Carry reusahle utensils and straws The big questions: How do we get there? Why should we bother? Adopting a circular business model is key for sustainabiIity by reducing waste outputs, retaining product and material value, and regenerating natural systems. e Obtain ISO 14001 certification and help local companies look for EMS and LCA. Material supply chains are important to all businesses and governments and we need to be sure they are implementing an EMS and LCA. because they provide the materials and supplies needed to manufacture goods. • Showcase Circularity benefits By embracing a circular economy & educating our citizens throughoutthe process, we can develop economic & environmental resilience within our community. • Social and Economic changes Changes in economies are required to support circular business models and material flows. As long- term debt is addressed, financing and start-up funding are used. Permitting and licensing are opportunities to educate and reward participants. • Stakeholder involvement Everyone from governments, businesses, consumers, and civil society needs to be involved in the transition to a circular economy. F Challenges to Transitioning to a Circular Economy Effort Companies will need to invest time and effort into redesigning processes and supply chains. Money Upfront investments will be needed for new equipment, materials, and process changes. 1� 3' ;2 6 54- Time It may take years to fully transition business models and operations. a� �.W Legislative Action Governments may need to provide incentives or requirements to enable the transition. ATool box or Guide is needed to get from a Linear business model to a Circular business model. Develop a circular Create a value Focus on value business model proposition Capturevalue based on PESTEL and do an LCA creation Design a business Offer a compelling model that uses an value proposition to EMS, reuses resou roes, customerswith and captures value transparency that rather than a linear highlights the EMS, 'take, make, dispose' LCA, &ISO model. Certifications, showcasing the benefits to users of the products and services. Look for innovative Structure the ways to create and business model to deliver value through capture value at circular strategies like multiple points in the reuse, repair, product and material refurbishment, and lifetimes through recycling. strategies like product -as -service. Map the value network Use tools like the Business Model Canvas to map the value network and identify opportunities for circularity across business activities. I* PESTEL Analysis Framework Political considerations Technological considerations Government regulations, stability, and corruption. Infrastructure, innrnations, and access w technology. etc. etc. Economic considerations Income levels, consumer behavior, and business costs, etc. Social considerations Cultural beliefs, consumer attitudes, and education levels Environmental considerations Weather, climate, and access to resources, etc. Legal considerations Regulations, policies, and enforcement, etc. These factors must be taken into account in order for any of our efforts to be successful. Transition to a circular business model using the PESTEL framework Transitioning to a circular business model requires consideration of political, economic, social, technological, environmental, and legal factors. The City of Sebastian can use the PESTELframework to guide its Sustainable Sebastian Initiative to reduce single -use plastics and other waste materials. parts supply ; recycle parts harvesting refurbish � ,l distribution ib I incineration Ilandfill Introduction to Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) ISO 14001 An International standard that pfovldes a framework for an LCA. Defines the principles, & outlines the four phases of LCA: 1. Geal,scope, and definition: Clearly defines the purpose of the LCA and the system boundaries 2 Life cycle inventory (LCI(: Collects data on all inputs and outputs related to the product or system throughout its life cycle. 3. Life cycle impact assessment (LCIA(: Evaluates the potential environmental impacts associated with the LCI results. 4. Interpretation: Analyzes the results of the LCI and LCIA to draw conclusions and make recommendations. ISO 14040 ® Provides specific requirements and guidelines for conducting LCAs covers topics such as: Data quality requirements Impact assessment methods Reporting and communication of LCA results Critical review of LCA studies _ Life cycle assessment (LCA) © Technique to assess environmental impacts associated with all stages of a product's life uses ISO 14040 and 1404414001 as framework Plan Do Check Act Supply chains that use LCA... 1 / Recycle and reuse meta l oil and plastic waste to make new products 2 / Implement return systems for plastic packaging 3 / Develop chemical recycling to break down plastics into raw materials 4 / Use bio-based plastics made from renewable materials 5 / Improve collection and sorting of plastic waste 6 / Support innovation and R&D into sustainable materials ISO Certified Certification is the way to Circularity What it is An avenue for a business or government to develop a competitive and financial advantage through improved efficiencies and reduced costs, thereby increasing profits without increasing costs [Increasing POI] What to expect I mproved relations and reputation in the com munity and the confidence of stakeholders through strategic communication. Achieve strategic business aims by incorporating environmental Issues into every day management. PVV What it does Encourages better environmental performance of suppliers by integrating them intothe organization's business system. Increases the company's leadership involvementand the engagement of employees. How to Do it A third -party company will provide an independent audit for ISO certification. Sebastian may want to consider setting the benchmark and obtaining ISO credentials to demonstrate compliance with current [and prepare for future] statutory and regulatory requirements Environmental Management System Environmental Management Systems are the of elements of an organization that help identify, manage, monitor, and control their environmental issues. EMS defines the roles and responsibilities, planning, performance, evaluation, and improvement of an organization's environmental footprint. EMS follows the ISO 14001 standard ISO 14001 is an international standard and guides UZA, offering tools, documentation, and certification for organizations to manage their environmental goals and responsibilities. ISO is applicable across all aspects of business and government, locally & worldwide. Think of an EMS as a set of processes and practices that enable an organization to reduce its environmental impacts and increase its operating efficiency. Steps to Take Without ISO 14001 Certification WL Focus on quick wins Identify areas Where you can make sestainability improvements quickly without full certification or additional budget changes. Use available tools, like recycling reuse or repair of material goods, or revamp your current business plan. JA Get employee buy -in Educate employees on sustainabillty and get their input on initiatives. Their insight will helpyou make the most economically, socially, & environmentally sustainable changes. Set internal goals Set measurable internal goals around waste, energy use, etc. " 1 Key �k Partnerships e_� G r 1 1 Resource Streams Value Propositions r Channels P.D.C.A, Plan. Do. Check. Act. Resource Life -cycles PLAN -DO -CHECK- ACT Can be used at anytime. No Certification required! The Toolbox for Reducing Single Use Plastics and Materials Obtain ISO Certification Provide access, a library, Develop standards' and and develop an EMS that ®o and grants for businesses practices to Educate public includes LC based on to learn to adopt a circular on circularity PESTELframework and for business model ISO Launch pubic awareness new business licenses certification campaigns on benefits and Offer a life cycle analysis to offer financial incentives for methods of reducing and and—tand the environmental businesses to switch from a reusing plastics. Imipac[of single -use materials linear model ofbusiness to before purchasing them circular model, such as tax credits, fee reductions, or grants. Award, recognize, and I k In, promote! By incorporating ISO 14001 standards, EMS and life cycle analysis and by incentivizing businesses to develop a circular business model, educating the public, City of Sebastian NRB can fulfill our goals to reduce waste such as single -use plastics and increase environmental awareness and ROI in a balanced and sustainable way. President Theodore Roosevelt establishes the Pelican Island Reservation and the National Wildlife Refuge System Was born. Paul Kroegel is appointed the first Game Warden. 19()t3 9 HISTORY OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD City of Sebastian �:J NAPPy B�RTUDnyti City of Sebastian is Hardee Oak is declared founded. the City's first Historic Tree. 192, 19t 94 . a .. The ist art contest is incorporated into the January Arbor Day Celebration. City amends the ordinances to form the COS gets it's first Natural Resources website. Board from the Tree & Landscape Advisory COS receives Tree Board & the Temporary City USA Environmental of designation. Committee. d' 1 9)9) 7 2007J -- ex I Tree and Landscape Advisory Board is formed, comprised of 5 members. October, the board begins steps towards Tree City USA recognition. 1 ()()5 . s First Earth Day & Arbor 1 Sustainable Sebastian Day Celebration in Resolution R-19-30 Riverview Park, passed. u 008 22019t . 9 .6 Tree Board hosts the ist January FL Arbor Day Celebration. 1 9)9)6 . e -�-OE fo-TvIzE GREEN EARTH DAY B ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION SCAVENGER MINT SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2024 r FIND THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING PROMPTS FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN THE GRAND PRIZE. GOOD LUCK! NOTE: IF YOU ARE STRUGGLING, PLEASE SEETHE NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD FOR ASSISTANCE. 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WITHIN THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN. __ WITHIN THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN. _________________________ WITHIN THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN WHO CAN TELL YOU ALL ABOUT NOW TO HELP GOPHER TORTOISES AND WHY THEY ARE A KEYSTONE SPECIES? ------------------------------- WHO CAN TELL YOU ALL ABOUT NOW TO HELP GOPHER TORTOISES AND WHY THEY ARE A KEYSTONE SPECIES? ------------------------------- WHO CAN TELL YOU ALL ABOUT NOW TO HELP GOPHER TORTOISES AND WHY THEY ARE A KEYSTONE SPECIES? ------------------------------- WHO CAN TELL YOU ALL ABOUT NOW TO HELP GOPHER TORTOISES AND WHY THEY ARE A KEYSTONE SPECIES? _______________________________ lion SEBASTIAN SEBASTIAN SEBASTIAN SEBASTIAN l I N I N N 1 nl <I IIt RATION tENTEMNIAL CILIt RATION <[..i 1[t RnlioM CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION 1911 -1N11 Iflt - IM 191, ( loll IAE • N/L MORE QUESTIONS ON SIDE 2 MORE QUESTIONS ON SIDE 2 MORE QUESTIONS ON SIDE 2 MORE QUESTIONS ON SIDE 2 + 4 + + + + + 111%� I EARTH DAY C ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION SCAVENGER NYNT SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2024 SEa� 1 A VENDOR THAT USES REUSABLE CONTAINERS TO SELL THEIR PRODUCTS. A VENDOR THAT UPCYCLES OLD ITEMS TO CREATE THEIR WARES. A VENDOR THAT TURNS ONE MANNS TRASH INTO ANOTHER MANNS MUSICAL TREASURE. A PIECE OF ARTWORK THAT REPRESENTS WHAT SUSTAINABILITY MEANS TO YOU. PLEASE DESCRIBE IT, PROVIDE THE BOOTH NAME, AND TELL US WHY YOU CHOSE THIS PIECE. BOOTH NAME: -------- ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: WHYICHOSEIT: ------ THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING! PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW AND TURN IN TO THE NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD BOOTH FOR A CHANCE TO WIN THE GRAND PRIZE, COURTESY OF SEBASTIAN DAILY. DA I LV vdF wivur, W'" i- Pr "4UOPNCED AT 3PM ON STAGr_ DO YOU CONSENT TO HAYING YOUR PHOTO TAKEN THROUGHOUT THE EVENT? CIRCLE YOUR ANSWER: YES NO NAME: ------------------------------ AGE: ---------------- PHONE K: ------ EMAIL: ------------------------------ PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE IIF UNDER 181: EARTH DAY B ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION SCAVENGER MINT SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2024 susr . SEB�I A VENDOR THAT USES REUSABLE CONTAINERS TO SELL THEIR PRODUCTS. A VENDOR THAT UPCYCLES OLD ITEMS TO CREATE THEIR WARES. A VENDOR THAT TURNS ONE MANNS TRASH INTO ANOTHER MANNS MUSICAL TREASURE. A PIECE OF ARTWORK THAT REPRESENTS WHAT SUSTAINABILITY MEANS TO YOU. PLEASE DESCRIBE IT, PROVIDE THE BOOTH NAME, AND TELL US WHY YOU CHOSE THIS PIECE. BOOTH NAME: -------- ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: WHYICHOSEIT: ------ THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING! PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW AND TURN IN TO THE NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD BOOTH FOR A CHANCE TO WIN THE GRAND PRIZE, COURTESY OF SEBASTIAN DAILY. DAILY 'MF WINNFR WILL RIF ANNOUNCED AT RPM ON STAGF, DO YOU CONSENT TO HAYING YOUR PHOTO TAKEN THROUGHOUT THE EVENT? CIRCLE YOUR ANSWER: YES NO NAME: ------------------------------ AGE: ---------------- PHONEK: ------ EMAIL:------------------------------ PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE IIF UNDER 18): EARTH DAY C ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION SCAVENGER NYNT SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2024 $EBr SIDE 2 A VENDOR THAT USES REUSABLE CONTAINERS TO SELL THEIR PRODUCTS. A VENDOR THAT UPCYCLES OLD ITEMS TO CREATE THEIR WARES. A VENDOR THAT TURNS ONE MANNS TRASH INTO ANOTHER MANNS MUSICAL TREASURE. A PIECE OF ARTWORK THAT REPRESENTS WHAT SUSTAINABILITY MEANS TO YOU. PLEASE DESCRIBE IT, PROVIDE THE BOOTH NAME, AND TELL US WHY YOU CHOSE THIS PIECE. BOOTH NAME: -------- ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: WHYICHOSEIT: ------ THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING': PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW AND TURN IN TO THE NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD BOOTH FOR A CHANCE TO WIN THE GRAND PRIZE, COURTESY OF SEBASTIAN DAILY. ((' +ENE WINNFp WISL RE ANNOUNCED AT 3PM ON STAGE. 00 YOU CONSENT TO HAYING YOUR PHOTO TAKEN THROUGHOUT THE EVENT? CIRCLE YOUR ANSWER: YES NO NAME: ------------------------------ AGE: ---------------- PHONE K: ------ EMAIL: ------------------------------ PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE (IF UNDER 18): EARTH DAY C ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION SCAVENGER NYNT SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2024 SEv r SIDE A VENDOR THAT USES REUSABLE CONTAINERS TO SELL THEIR PRODUCTS. A VENDOR THAT UPCYCLES OLD ITEMS TO CREATE THEIR WARES. A VENDOR THAT TURNS ONE MAANS TRASH INTO ANOTHER MANNS MUSICAL TREASURE. A PIECE OF ARTWORK THAT REPRESENTS WHAT SUSTAINABILITY MEANS TO YOU. PLEASE DESCRIBE IT, PROVIDE THE BOOTH NAME, AND TELL US WHY YOU CHOSE THIS PIECE. BOOTH NAME: -------- ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: WHYICHOSEIT: ------ THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING! PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW AND TURN IN TO THE NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD BOOTH FOR A CHANCE TO WIN THE GRAND PRIZE, COURTESY OF SEBASTIAN DAILY. DAILY THE WIWPFR WII-L RF ANNOUNCED AT 3PM ON STAGE DO YOU CONSENT TO HAYING YOUR PHOTO TAKEN THROUGHOUT THE EVENT? CIRCLE YOUR ANSWER: YES NO NAME: ------------------------------ AGE: ---------------- PHONE K: ------ EMAIL: ------------------------------ PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE (IF UNDER 18): SEBASTIAN 1 i92a-iota CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION J CALENDAR OF EVENTS We're partying ALL YEAR LONG at your favorite local festivals and events! Stop by the official Sebastian Centennial Celebration tent as we pay tribute to our last 100 years! January 20-21 Sebastian Riverfront Fine Arts & Music Festival February 17 Sebastian River Art Club Event, Art in the Park March 15-17 River Days & Craft Brew Hullabaloo April 20 City of Sebastian Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration Craft Club of Sebastian June i Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce Concert in the Park July 4 4th of July Freedom Festival ❑❑ VISIT (ENTENNIAL WEBSITE FOLLOW US ON FA(EBOOK Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce Grill Out Night September 14 Artist's Rendition of 100 Years in Sebastian October 25 City of Sebastian Halloween Costume Contest / Sebastian Police Department Movie Night November 8-10 Sebastian Clambake December 6 Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce Light Up Night December 7 Sebastian Rotary Brewfest & Christmas / Centennial Parade December 8 Sebastian Centennial Celebration WWW.SEBASTIAN100.0M CONTACT CATHY TESTA FOR MORE INFORMATION: (772) 388-8209 or SebastianI00@CityOfSebastian.org