The Office of Resiliency leads Gainesville’s efforts to build a resilient and adaptable future. Through innovative strategies and community partnerships, we address environmental challenges and enhance quality of life.
Joint Water and Climate Policy Board
The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board is composed of three Alachua County Commissioners, three members from the Gainesville City Commission, and one member from the outlying municipalities. The board meets every other month to provide guidance on water issues and the challenges of climate change. The board appoints members to the Citizen Climate Advisory Committee. View videos of past meetings here and find agendas at the City of Gainesville’s event calendar. For more information contact Stacie Greco at 352-264-6829.
Citizen Climate Advisory Committee (CCAC)
The CCAC is appointed by the Joint Water and Climate Policy Board (JWCPB) and provides an opportunity for citizen involvement in climate change issues and concerns affecting Alachua County, City of Gainesville and the surrounding municipalities. The committee advises the JWCPB on bold and innovative climate adaptation and mitigation strategies, policies, and target goals. The primary task of the CCAC is to advise on the creation of a countywide Climate Action Plan that will guide policy and decision making in multiple jurisdictions. The CCAC currently meets in-person at the Grace Knight conference room on the third Monday of each month. For more information contact Stephen Hofstetter at 352-264-6811.
| Track 1: Mitigation |
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Energy: Implementing renewable energy solutions and improving energy efficiency.
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Transportation Electrification Plan: Promoting electric vehicles and enhancing the city fleet with low-emission options.
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Water and Wastewater: Reducing water usage and improving wastewater management.
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Zero Waste: Advancing recycling, composting and waste reduction initiatives.
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Green Purchasing: Encouraging sustainable procurement practices.
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| Track 2: Adaptation |
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Extreme Heat: Developing strategies to protect residents from heatwaves.
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Food System: Ensuring food security and sustainable agriculture.
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Equitable Community Engagement: Involving all community members in climate action.
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Climate Dashboard: Monitoring and reporting climate-related data.
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Funding Resources Allocation: Securing and managing funds for climate initiatives.
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Download Climate Resiliency Plan(PDF, 14MB)