Item A: Triple Bottom Line Framework

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City of Eugene TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE ANALYSIS TOOL (TBL ) Creating a sustainable community The City Vision: Value all people, encouraging respect and appreciation for diversity, equity, justice, and social well-being. We recognize and  appreciate our differences and embrace our common humanity as the source of our strength; Be responsible stewards of our physical assets and natural resources. We will sustain our clean air and water, beautiful parks and  open space, livable and safe neighborhoods, and foster a vibrant downtown, including a stable infrastructure; Encourage a strong, sustainable and vibrant economy, fully utilizing our educational and cultural assets, so that every person has an  opportunity to achieve financial security. How to use the tool The TBL tool is designed to inform a deeper understanding of how policy and program choices will affect the social equity, environmental health and economic prosperity of the community. To facilitate a close and deliberate look at those effects, the tool should be used in the following circumstances: When formulating a recommendation to the City Council about a policy, program, proposal or initiative in an Agenda Item Summary Use this tool to inform the development of the proposal and then summarize the analysis in the AIS. (AIS). To aid in program reviews. To help guide service improvements. To evaluate the effects of significant budget changes. The TBL tool does not dictate a particular course of action; rather, the analysis provides policy makers and staff with a greater awareness of some of the trade-offs, benefits and consequences associated with a proposal, leading to more mindful decision-making. Brief description of proposal Please provide a brief description of your proposal – 100 words or less  Staff lead(s): Please note staff name, position/division and phone number  NOTE: Reference documents - The TBL Tool will include links to relevant City policies and plans. 1