Richfield City Council — Agenda

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Public Comment on Public Safety and Harassment

Sustainability and Solid Waste Staff Reports

2026 Commission Workplan Development

Community Services Commission (CSC) Updates

Votes (2)

Approve letter of support for Minnesota Greencorps application

Approved by all.

Dissent: None

Moved by Chris Danner [No Timestamp] · Seconded by Ray Sookchain [No Timestamp]

The Sustainability Coordinator reported on the City Staff's application for state funding to host a Green Corps position, which would enhance capacity for waste reduction projects. The Commission had already drafted a letter of support, and the Solid Waste Specialist noted that Reuse Minnesota would also provide support.

Commission Position Elections

Approved by all for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

Dissent: None

Moved by N/A · Seconded by N/A

Elections were held for the leadership positions within the Commission: Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Each position received a single nomination and was approved by all members present.

Notable Quotes (2)

City Staff are applying for state funding to host a Green Corps position, which would provide additional capacity to execute projects primarily focused on waste reduction (reuse and repair). The Commission has drafted a letter of support.

Rachel Lindholm/Sustainability Coordinator [No Timestamp]
Approve letter of support for Minnesota Greencorps application

Reuse Minnesota will be writing a letter of support, has partnered with us on other things.

Zach McCarty/Solid Waste Specialist [No Timestamp]
Approve letter of support for Minnesota Greencorps application

Ordinances & Resolutions (6)

Sustainability Commission Agenda and Minutes pageOther

Online resource for information on submitting public comments.

2026 Commission WorkplanPlan

Document outlining the Commission's projects and priorities for the year, subject to final approval.

Climate Action PlanPlan

Currently in the draft process, awaiting finalization and approval by City Council.

letter of support for Minnesota Greencorps applicationOther

Formal letter drafted by the Commission to support an application for state funding for a Green Corps position.

Work Plan documentPlan

Detailed documentation where ideas for 2026 projects were recorded.

natural resource management planPlan

Plan being developed by Parks & Recreation for several major parks in Richfield.

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