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Participate and provide input in the implementation of Envision Eugene as it moves from o “vision to reality.” 4. Sustainable Economic Development Identify key barriers and possible incentives to sustainable economic development o through interviews with local business leaders and report these to Council with a series of policy recommendations. Support existing sustainable economic development programs such as BRING’s o ReThink:Business, the Mayor’s Bold Steps, and the Green Lane Forum through a series of opinion articles in local news media. Support local sustainable economic development initiatives by attending regular o neighborhood association meetings and sharing information regarding the various programs operating in the community. These can include: Bring ReThink:Business, Love Food Not Waste, Mayor’s Bold Steps, Green Lane, and others. 5. Current Items: Allow the Commission to work on items as they come up and authorize time on regular o Commission meetings and to establish short-term committees, as needed, to complete specified outcomes. This will allow for flexibility in work planning, interest from the public, and direction from the Mayor, City Council, or City Manager. Outcomes Provide policy recommendations to Eugene City Council. Provide a forum for addressing public concerns related to sustainable policies and practices. Provide input to City Council and City Manager on sustainability policies and practices that reflect community values. Activities Serve as ‘trusted advisor’ to community by engaging and supporting the update of the Community Climate and Energy Action Plan. Maintain liaison relationships with strategic boards, commissions, and public groups and associations. Work on sustainability-related projects as directed by the council and City Manager. In this regard, proactively seek opportunities for the Commission to assist the Council and City Manager. Establish committees, according to rules outlined in the Commission by-laws, to complete projects either directed to the Commission by Council, City Manager, or agreed upon by the Commission from requests by citizens, other public bodies, or other sources. Work to promote and advance sustainability in the community.