The City of Capitola is seeking to hire a qualified consultant or firm to provide professional services for revising and updating the City's CAP. The consultant shall conduct a thorough review of the current plan, incorporate the feedback provided by the Commission on the Environment, identify additional areas for improvement, and propose updated strategies, initiatives, and targets to further the City's sustainability objectives. Key components of the project include: 1. GHG Inventory: Conduct a comprehensive greenhouse gas inventory to establish a baseline for emissions. This inventory will help identify key emission sources and inform future target-setting. 2. New Targets: Establish updated greenhouse gas reduction targets and targets for clean water that align with state and regional goals. The targets should be realistic, measurable, and aimed at fostering long-term sustainability. Establish and track success of environmental goals as addressed in item 6: Action and Implementation. 3. Public Outreach: Develop an inclusive public outreach strategy to engage community members and stakeholders in the CAP update process. Outreach methods may include: o Surveys and questionnaires to gather community input. o Workshops and focus groups to facilitate discussions on climate action priorities. o Public meetings to present findings and solicit feedback. o Online platforms (e.g., social media, city website) to provide updates and gather comments...
