Green Committee

AGENDA Green Committee City of Calistoga Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 3:30 PM Calistoga Community Center 1307 Washington Street Calistoga, CA 94515 MEMBERS Antoinette Mailliard, Chair Sean Birge, Vice Chair Bobbie Casey, Member Hilary Simone, Member Jeremy Grove, Member CITY COUNCIL LIAISON Kevin Eisenberg, Councilmember STAFF LIAISONS Greg Desmond, Planning & Building Director Lauren Clark, Assistant Planner City Hall 1232 Washington Street | Calistoga, CA 94515 Phone (707)942-2805 | Fax: (707) 942-0732 www.calistogaca.gov Green Committee Agenda March 10, 2026 GENERAL INFORMATION The Green Committee meets as specified in its adopted annual calendar on the second Tuesday of each month at 3:30 P.M. in regular session at 1307 Washington Street, Calistoga, CA 94515. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. Information Available: Documents related to this meeting are available on our Meeting Portal; or by contacting the City Clerk. Any documents related to an agenda item, after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection at City Hall. Governing Law: The Green Committee conducts all meetings in accordance with the "Ralph M. Brown Act" (California Government Code Sections 54950, et seq.) and pursuant to the City of Calistoga Committee Bylaws, City of Calistoga Code of Ethics, ordinances of the City, and applicable state law. Access to Public Meetings: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals requiring special assistance to participate in this meeting may contact the City Clerk’s Office at (707) 942-2807. To facilitate proper arrangements, we kindly request that any requests for reasonable accommodations be submitted at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. Wheelchair access to the Calistoga Community Center and a speaker's microphone are available to all persons. Para obtener la traducción de documentos o asistencia especial para participar en esta reunión, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal al (707) 942-2807. Para facilitar los arreglos adecuados, le solicitamos que cualquier solicitud de adaptaciones razonables se envíe al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión programada. How to Participate - Written Comments: To submit a general public comment or to comment on a specific agenda item, please direct your email to publiccomment@calistogaca.gov. To guarantee that your comments are received and distributed appropriately, the subject line of your email should clearly state “Green Committee,” along with the relevant agenda item, if applicable. Comments must be submitted at least four hours prior to the meeting start time to be included in the agenda and posted online. Comments received thereafter, will be made part of the official record and given to the Committee after the meeting. How to Participate - Oral Comments: In accordance with the California Government Code Section 54954.3, members of the public are permitted to address the Green Committee during the designated public comment period and in relation to any agenda item under consideration. Each participant has the option to provide their name for the record prior to speaking and will be allotted three (3) minutes for their remarks. The Chair reserves the right to limit public comments should they become irrelevant to the agenda item or if they are repetitive of previous statements. Furthermore, the Chair is responsible for maintaining order and decorum throughout the meeting. 2026 Green Committee Work Plan 1. Conduct Public Outreach & Education 2. Research & Advise on Installation of Publicly Available EV Infrastructure & Transportation 3. Research & Propose Low-Carbon Concrete Solutions 4. Research & Propose Night Sky Regulation 5. Research & Propose City Regulation/Policy & Events that Support Pollinator Friendly Practices 6. Research & Propose Renewable Energy Infrastructure on Public Sites 7. Research & Propose Expanding the Use of Recycled Treated Water 8. Propose Urban Forestry, Native Plant Programs, and Bee City Resolution 9. Support the Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (RCAAP) 10. Research and Propose Anti-idling Solutions Page 2 of 17 Green Committee Agenda March 10, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS An opportunity for members of the public to directly address the Committee on topics of interest that are not included on the agenda. Individuals wishing to speak must state their name and address and are requested to limit their comments to four minutes. In accordance with the restrictions set forth by the Brown Act, the Committee is unable to engage in substantive discussions or take action on issues that are not outlined in the agenda. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Members of the public or other agencies may present information or items of concern to the Committee. 4.1. Napa Climate Now! Presentation by Linda Brown - Total Climate Accounting: A Tool for Effective Climate Policy 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The official vote by the Committee to accept or amend the minutes of previous meetings. 5.1. Approval of draft minutes from the previous regular meeting Green Committee - Feb 10 2026 - Minutes - Pdf (Page 5 - 11) Green Committee - Feb 10 2026 - Minutes - Html (Page 5 - 11) 6. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS Items for discussion or decision by the Committee. During discussion, Committee members may ask staff questions, and public comments are allowed except during motions. 6.1. Foodware and Waste Reduction Ordinance Recommended Amendments Recommended Action: Provide any further recommendations on the proposed draft amendments to the Foodware and Waster Reduction Ordinance and consider approval of the final draft to be presented to City Council by one or two Green Committee members. Amendment to Foodware Ordinance 03-10-2026 (Page 13 - 14) 6.2. Discussion Regarding Plans for Earth Day/Month 6.3. Update on Integrated Pest Management Program and Bee City Resolution 6.4. Low Carbon Concrete - Update on Research Project and Consideration of Draft Committee Recommendations to City Council Recommended Action: Provide any further recommendations on the proposed draft Low Carbon Concrete Policy and consider approval of the final draft to be presented to City Council by one or two Green Committee members. Calistoga Green Committee Research Paper - Low Carbon Concrete - Mar 2026 (Page 15 - 17) 6.5. Update on Night Sky Policy Research 7. COMMITEE MEMBER REPORTS Committee members and subcommittees to present reports on items of general interest or the status of Committee projects. Brief questions for clarification may be asked and answered, and the Committee may request that items be added to a future agenda. However, except in certain circumstances, the Brown Act restricts any further discussion or action by the Committee. Page 3 of 17 Green Committee Agenda March 10, 2026 8. ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify that the agenda for the Green Committee - Mar 10 2026 was duly posted in compliance with California Government Code section 54954(a) at City Hall, located at 1232 Washington Street, Calistoga. Lauren Clark, Green Committee Staff Secretary, City of Calistoga Planning & Building Department | (707) 942-2827 | planning@calistogaca.gov Page 4 of 17  Item #5.1. MEETING MINUTES Green Committee | Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | 3:30 PM Calistoga Community Center | 1307 Washington Street Calistoga, CA 94515 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL Chair Mailliard called the regular session to order at 3:30 PM. Members Present: Antoinette Mailliard, Sean Birge, Bobbie Casey Hilary Simone, Jermery Grove Members Absent: None City Council Present: Kevin Eisenberg Staff Present: Lauren Clark 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS 3.1. A public comment is provided by Calmart owner and staff regarding the proposed amendments to the Foodware Ordinance. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5.1. Approval of draft minutes from the previous regular meeting is apporved after corrections to minor typos. 6. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS Minutes Page 1 of 3 Page 5 of 17  Item #5.1. Green Committee February 10, 2026 6.1. Consideration of a recommendation to City Council to amend the Foodware and Waste Reduction Ordinance Discussion ensues regarding proposed amendments to the Foodware Ordinance. The latest version the Green Committee voted on was approved on September 9, 2025, but this version was not included in the agenda. Additional edits are discussed, and committee members suggest continuing the item to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Public Comment:  A public comment is received by Millie Pease regarding the proposed amendment to the Foodware Ordinance, specifically the requirement to say, "Would you like a bag for $0.25?", and instead providing an option to post a sign.  A public comment is received by Calmart owners and staff regarding concern regarding proposed amendment to the Foodware Ordinance, specifically the requirement to say, "Would you like a bag for $0.25?", and instead providing an option to post a sign. Committee members discuss the public comments and agree to take them into consideration as they prepare the final recommendation to the City Council. The item is hereby continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting. 6.2. Consideration of a recommendation to City Council for the City of Calistoga to apply to become a "Bee City". Committee member Grove presents a slide deck provided by Xerces that he also plans to present to City Council. Discussion ensues regarding the presentation requirements before providing the recommendation to City Council. Committee members agree to continue the item to the next regularly scheduled meeting. The item is herby continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting. 6.3. Consideration of a recommendation to City Council to draft and implement a Dark Sky General Plan Policy in the Open Space and Conservation Element Chair Mailliard presents the goals, provisions, benefits, and examples of dark sky provisions from other jurisdictions. Discussion ensues regarding the best examples to start from. This item is hereby continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Minutes Page 2 of 3 Page 6 of 17  Item #5.1. Green Committee February 10, 2026 6.4. Discussion of a possible event or tabling during Earth Month 2026 Vice Chair Birge announces that he would like to table on Earth Day and invites any ideas from the committee members to be presented at the next regularly scheduled meeting. 7. COMMITTE MEMBER REPORTS 7.1. City Council Approval of the Green Committee 2026 Work Plan Chair Mailliard announces that the 2026 Green Committee Work Plan has been approved by City Council. 7.2. Update on the Progress of the Bicycle Parking Parklet on Washington Street 8. ADJOURNMENT Chair Mailliard adjourns the meeting at 5:07 PM. City Hall 1232 Washington Street | Calistoga, CA 94515 Phone (707) 942-2805 | Fax: (707) 942-0732 www.ci.calistoga.ca.us Minutes Page 3 of 3 Page 7 of 17 Page 8 of 17  Item #5.1. MEETING MINUTES Green Committee | Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | 3:30 PM Calistoga Community Center | 1307 Washington Street Calistoga, CA 94515 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL Chair Mailliard called the regular session to order at 3:30 PM. Members Present: Antoinette Mailliard, Sean Birge, Bobbie Casey Hilary Simone, Jermery Grove Members Absent: None City Council Present: Kevin Eisenberg Staff Present: Lauren Clark 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS 3.1. A public comment is provided by Calmart owner and staff regarding the proposed amendments to the Foodware Ordinance. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5.1. Approval of draft minutes from the previous regular meeting is apporved after corrections to minor typos. 6. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS Minutes Page 9 of 17  Item #5.1. Green Committee February 10, 2026 6.1. Consideration of a recommendation to City Council to amend the Foodware and Waste Reduction Ordinance Discussion ensues regarding proposed amendments to the Foodware Ordinance. The latest version the Green Committee voted on was approved on September 9, 2025, but this version was not included in the agenda. Additional edits are discussed, and committee members suggest continuing the item to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Public Comment:  A public comment is received by Millie Pease regarding the proposed amendment to the Foodware Ordinance, specifically the requirement to say, "Would you like a bag for $0.25?", and instead providing an option to post a sign.  A public comment is received by Calmart owners and staff regarding concern regarding proposed amendment to the Foodware Ordinance, specifically the requirement to say, "Would you like a bag for $0.25?", and instead providing an option to post a sign. Committee members discuss the public comments and agree to take them into consideration as they prepare the final recommendation to the City Council. The item is hereby continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting. 6.2. Consideration of a recommendation to City Council for the City of Calistoga to apply to become a "Bee City". Committee member Grove presents a slide deck provided by Xerces that he also plans to present to City Council. Discussion ensues regarding the presentation requirements before providing the recommendation to City Council. Committee members agree to continue the item to the next regularly scheduled meeting. The item is herby continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting. 6.3. Consideration of a recommendation to City Council to draft and implement a Dark Sky General Plan Policy in the Open Space and Conservation Element Chair Mailliard presents the goals, provisions, benefits, and examples of dark sky provisions from other jurisdictions. Discussion ensues regarding the best examples to start from. This item is hereby continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Minutes Page 10 of 17  Item #5.1. Green Committee February 10, 2026 6.4. Discussion of a possible event or tabling during Earth Month 2026 Vice Chair Birge announces that he would like to table on Earth Day and invites any ideas from the committee members to be presented at the next regularly scheduled meeting. 7. COMMITTE MEMBER REPORTS 7.1. City Council Approval of the Green Committee 2026 Work Plan Chair Mailliard announces that the 2026 Green Committee Work Plan has been approved by City Council. 7.2. Update on the Progress of the Bicycle Parking Parklet on Washington Street 8. ADJOURNMENT Chair Mailliard adjourns the meeting at 5:07 PM. City Hall 1232 Washington Street | Calistoga, CA 94515 Phone (707) 942-2805 | Fax: (707) 942-0732 www.ci.calistoga.ca.us Minutes Page 11 of 17 Page 12 of 17  Item #6.1. UPDATED NOTES FOR PROPOSED FOODWARE & WASTE REDUCTION ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS E. “Compostable” means that (1) all materials in a product, item, or packaging will break down, or otherwise become part of usable compost (e.g., soil-conditioning material, mulch) in a safe and timely manner, as defined by City contracted collection program(s), (2) item is certified by either BPI Certified, or other third- party product certification recognized by the City, to ensure that the item is free of harmful chemicals, including but not limited to fluorinated chemicals that may have been used in Foodware manufacture, and (3) item is made entirely of Natural Fiber as defined in this chapter. 1. “Compostable” includes entirely Natural Fiber-based items except as otherwise specified in this chapter. 2. “Compostable” includes Disposable Foodware utensils made from bamboo, birchwood, and other Natural Fiber material except as excluded in this chapter. 3. Currently “Compostable” shall not include Disposable Foodware utensils made from corn or potato. 4. “Compostable” shall not include items composed wholly or partially of plastic of any kind, including any form of Polylactic Acid (PLA), and/or plastic labeled “biodegradable” or “Compostable,” including items labeled, “100% compostable in a commercial facility,” as these are not biodegradable by City contracted collection program(s). 5. “Compostable” shall not include lined or coated takeout coffee or other hot drink cups or lined or coated take-out/clamshell containers, as they are currently not Compostable by City contracted collection program(s). 19.12.050 Recyclable and Compostable carry-out bag charge. A. Except as provided in subsection (C) below, no Designated business shall provide a Compostable or Recyclable paper bag to a customer for the purpose of transporting merchandise out of the establishment unless: 1. The Designated business charges the customer a minimum amount of $0.25 per bag or other amount set by Resolution of the City Council; and 2. The amount of the charge for each Recycled paper bag is separately itemized on the sales receipt provided by the establishment to the customer; and 3. The Designated business has prominently posted at each checkout and/or cash register location, a sign at least 8 ½ ”x11” in size, stating in large, bold text, that Calistoga City code requires customers to pay a charge of $0.25 for each carry-out bag provided at checkout. Page 13 of 17  Item #6.1. B. Designated businesses may not rebate or otherwise reimburse a customer any portion of the charge required for an allowable carry-out bag. C. Designated businesses may provide Reusable carry-out bags, Recyclable paper bags, or Compostable bags at no cost to a customer who is participating in the California Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children pursuant to Article 2 of Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 106 of the Health and Safety Code, or a customer who is participating in the Supplemental Food Program pursuant to Chapter 10 of Part 3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Ordinance No. 759 Foodware Ordinance Page 18 of 19 Institutions Code. CHAPTER 8.16 GARBAGE AND REFUSE 8.16.010 Definitions. F. “Recyclable” means material that can be sorted, cleaned, and reconstituted by the Contractor for the purpose of using the altered form in the manufacturing of a new product. 4. “Recyclable” shall not include lined or coated takeout coffee or other hot drink cups as they are currently not now Recyclable by the Contractor Page 14 of 17  Item #6.4. Calistoga Green Committee LOW-CARBON CONCRETE - RESEARCH & RECOMMENDATIONS 1) Background • The proposed Low Carbon Concrete (LCC) requirements align directly with the Napa County Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (RCAAP), including RCAAP’s targets and implementation measures. • LCC standards have already been adopted in a number of California counties and municipalities including Marin County, Sausalito, Mill Valley, Dublin, and Santa Monica. • LCC has become readily available in Northern California. • Both research and public statements from local governments indicate little or no additional cost impact associated with LCC. 2) Why concrete is a priority climate action Concrete’s carbon impact is driven primarily by cement, the traditional binder used in concrete. Cement manufacturing produces CO₂ from both fuel combustion and a chemical process (calcination). • The Environmental and Energy Studies Institute (EESI) affirms that cement is responsible for approximately 8% of global CO₂ emissions, making cement/concrete a key opportunity for emissions reductions through the use of new material options and procurement/policy requirements. • The RCAAP identifies multi-sector emissions reductions as necessary across the Napa region, and Calistoga can directly reduce emissions from the built environment by addressing embodied carbon in construction materials for all local projects. 3) What “low-carbon concrete” means in practice Low-carbon concrete is typically achieved through one or more proven approaches —without changing the basic way concrete is delivered or installed: • Example: Cement reduction though optimized mix designs (using the minimum cement needed to meet performance requirements). • Example: Replacement of traditional (or “Portland”) cement with alternative supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) (e.g. slag or fly ash). • Example: CO₂ mineralization/injection (e.g., CarbonCure type systems) that can support cement reduction while maintaining strength. The carbon removal technology company, CarbonCure, affirms that ready-mix producers using its system reduce cement content with no compromise on quality/performance. • Implementation: With multiple technologies now available, city-mandated compliance can require performance + documentation rather than requiring a single brand or technology. Page 15 of 17  Item #6.4. 4) Alignment with the Napa County RCAAP Napa County’s RCAAP “Key Points” document specifies regionwide targets to reduce Green House Gas (GHG) emissions: • 42% below 2019 levels by 2030, and • 85% below 2019 levels and reach carbon neutrality by 2045. RCAAP Chapter 3 includes actions emphasizing consistent, countywide implementation. This creates a strong policy basis for Calistoga implementing an embodied-carbon measure including both procurement and construction standards and potential coordination with other jurisdictions for consistency. 5) Examples Marin County: Marin County’s ordinance offers an established, nearby model of an effective LCC requirements through clear standards and routine construction documentation. • Marin’s website states that the ordinance, codified in Marin County Building Code Chapter 19.07, reduces greenhouse gas emissions from construction concrete while maintaining safety/performance. • The Marin ordinance uses pathways including “cement limit” and “embodied carbon” approaches. (Details found in Marin’s fact sheet and forms). Sausalito: The Marin Independent Journal (Marin IJ) reports that Sausalito has endorsed code revisions to require low-carbon concrete (in addition to the County requirement). It further reports city staff affirms that low-carbon concrete was competitively priced and locally available. Mill Valley: Mill Valley has added a “carbon-free concrete” requirement to its green building code. 6) Northern California LCC market-readiness, availability, pricing, and options • Northern California/Bay Area suppliers offer LCC through both optimized mixes, supplementary cementitious material (SCM) substitution, and/or CO₂ mineralization/injection solutions. CarbonCure specifically describes broad ready-mix deployment and how it supports cement reduction while maintaining performance. • The importance of multiple LCC options: Research indicates that significant embodied carbon reductions are achievable at low or zero cost premiums when design/specification permits multiple compliant options. • Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) reports case studies showing 19%–46% embodied carbon savings at cost premiums of less than 1% through specification/substitution of lower-embodied-carbon materials. Page 16 of 17  Item #6.4. • AIA California similarly cites a report showing 46% whole-building embodied carbon reduction with less than a 1% cost premium, reinforcing that low-carbon substitutions can be cost-effective. • In Mill Valley, city planners stated low-carbon concrete “is available in Marin and not more expensive.” 7) Local Supplier Examples EcoTerra is a provider of construction materials, deeply committed to promoting sustainability, while proudly serving the Santa Rosa area. Their expertise encompasses a diverse range of high-quality products designed to meet the needs of various construction projects. They specialize in ready-mix concrete, recycled Class II Aggregate Base (AB), recycled sand, and recycled drain rock, each selected for their superior performance and environmental benefits. Address:175 Scenic Ave Santa Rosa, CA 95407 Phone: (707) 787-1100 Website: https://ecoterra.build/locations/santa-rosa-ready-mix-concrete-supplier/ BKW Concrete offers Eco-Friendly Concrete Options. Modern environmental consciousness brings eco-friendly concrete options that reduce the project’s carbon footprint while maintaining structural integrity. Choose from recycled concrete aggregates, fly ash concrete mixes that repurpose industrial waste, and permeable concrete solutions that help manage stormwater runoff naturally. These environmentally responsible choices allow projects to contribute to sustainability efforts while achieving the durability and performance expected. These green concrete alternatives often provide long-term savings through improved energy efficiency and reduced maintenance requirements. These eco-friendly options help meet green building standards while supporting Napa County’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development practices. Address: 1260 N. Dutton Ave # 175, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 Phone: (707) 836-1982 Website: https://bkwconcrete.com/napa-county/ Recommendation The Calistoga Green Committee recommends adoption of Low-Carbon Concrete (LCC) policies, procedures, standards, and code updates for all projects where concrete is used, with only very limited exceptions for technical infeasibility or emergency work. . Page 17 of 17