Item 7: Ordinance Creating Sustainability Commission

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state law and applicable provisions of the city charter, ordinances and policies. Seven members of the commission shall constitute a quorum. The concurring vote of a majority of members present shall be required for approval or disapproval of any motion or other action of the commission. All meetings shall be open to the public. No formally constituted committee of the commission may be created unless the purpose, scope and tenure of the committee is included in the annual work plan and is approved in advance by the city council. (5) Powers and Duties. The commission shall: (a) Make recommendations to the council and city manager for programs or actions designed to implement the recommendations contained in the Sustainable Business Initiative Task Force Report as accepted by the city council on October 23, 2006; (b) Create and present an annual work plan to the city council; (c) Meet annually with the city council to secure approval of the work plan; (d) Provide a forum for addressing public concerns related to sustainable policies and practices; (e) Work on sustainability-related projects as directed by the council and city manager; (f) Provide input on sustainability policies and practices that reflect community values; and (g) Assist the city council and city manager in balancing community priorities and resources by advising them on sustainability issues. Section 3. The City Recorder, at the request of, or with the concurrence of the city attorney, is authorized to correct any reference errors contained herein or in other provisions of the Eugene Code, 1971, to the provisions added, amended or repealed herein. Passed by the City Council this Approved by the Mayor this ____ day of ____________, 2007 ____ day of _____________, 2007 ___________________________ ___________________________ City Recorder Mayor Ordinance - 3