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March 27, 2025
MINUTES
Environmental Stewardship Committee
Sustainability & Resiliency Subcommittee Meeting
Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 9:00 AM
City Hall, Commission Chamber
800 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Present: Sarah Boren, ESC Chair
Todd Miner, ESC Member
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC COMMENT (5 MINS.)
Theresa Todd – Thoughts on how best to convince Commission that LEED is a valuable tool
3. TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION
A. Sustainability and Resilience Matters and Community Action Plan
Discussed possible measures/steps/activities AB could take to get a better CRS score
which would reduce insurance rates and that are aligned with LEED for Cities Rating
System
•FEMA CRS -- https://www.fema.gov/fact-sheet/community-rating-system
•USGBCLfCExisting v4.1 7/24 Detailed Guide -- Green Building Ordinance (Integrative
Process) & Resiliency credits (Natural Systems & Ecology)
Participating in LEED for Cities and Communities can improve your Community Rating
System score because it provides a framework for measuring and improving
sustainability performance, which aligns with many Community Rating System criteria.
Here's how LEED for Cities and Communities can help:
•Focus on Sustainability: LEED for Cities and Communities is designed to help cities and
communities manage resources sustainably and improve the quality of life for residents
and visitors.
•Data-Driven Approach: The program uses a data-driven approach to measure and
track progress on sustainability goals, allowing for better evaluation and improvement.
•Holistic Approach: LEED for Cities and Communities takes a holistic approach,
considering social, economic, and environmental aspects of sustainability.
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Environmental Stewardship Committee Sustainability & Resiliency Subcommittee
March 27, 2025
•Alignment with Community Rating System: Many of the criteria within LEED for Cities
and Communities, such as energy efficiency, water management, waste reduction, and
transportation, directly address areas evaluated by the Community Rating System.
•Improved Performance: By implementing the strategies and best practices outlined
in LEED for Cities and Communities, cities and communities can improve their overall
performance in areas relevant to the Community Rating System.
•Demonstrates Commitment: Achieving LEED certification demonstrates a
commitment to sustainability and can be a valuable asset in showcasing a city's or
community's efforts to improve its Community Rating System score.
•Community Engagement: LEED for Cities and Communities encourages collaboration
and engagement with community stakeholders, which can lead to better outcomes and
a more sustainable community.
4. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:03 a.m.
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