Environmental Sustainability Commission Special Meeting

LA MESA ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION AGENDA A Special Meeting Date: Monday, February 23, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Location: City Manager's Conference Room, 8130 Allison Avenue La Mesa, California Commissioners: Chair Amanda-Dawn Natalia Vice Chair Dasmine McFarlin Commissioner Michael Bourton Commissioner Mary Nooristani Commissioner Jack Sellinger Commissioner Barbara Shustek Commissioner Richard Williams Advisory Commissioner Joe Britton Members: Commissioner Brianna Coston Commissioner Mark Gracyk Commissioner Jen Lebron Commissioner Christina Potter Commissioner Fabian Rodriguez The public may view the meeting in-person or live using the following remote options: Teleconference Meeting Webinar https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84322400342 Telephone (Audio only) (669) 900-6833 or (253) 215-8782 Webinar ID: 843 2240 0342 Copy and paste the webinar link into your internet browser if the webinar link does not work directly from the agenda. PUBLIC COMMENTS  • In-Person comments during the meeting: Join us for the Commission meeting at the time and location specified on this agenda to make your comments. Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes. • How to submit eComments: eComments are available once an agenda is published. Locate the meeting in "upcoming meetings" and click the comment bubble icon. Click on the item you wish to comment on. eComments can be submitted when the agenda is published and until 2 hours prior to the meeting. eComments are limited to 3700 characters (approximately 500 words). eComments may be viewed by the Commission and members of the public following the close of the eComment submission period (2 hours prior to the meeting). Email your comment to HEgo@cityoflamesa.gov if you have difficulty submitting an eComment. eComments will not be read aloud as a regular meeting item; however any member of the Commission or member of the public may do so during their respective comment time. PLEASE NOTE: Public Comment will be limited to 3 minutes per item. The timer begins when the participant begins speaking. Time cannot be combined or yielded to another speaker. Citizens who wish to make an audio/visual presentation pertaining to an item on the agenda, or during Public Comments, should contact the City Manager's Office at 619.667.1105, no later than 12:00 p.m., the business day prior to the meeting day. Advance notification will ensure compatibility with City equipment and allow Commission meeting presentations to progress smoothly and in a consistent and equitable manner. Please note that all presentations/digital materials are considered part of the maximum time limit provided to speakers. Agenda reports for items on this agenda are available for public review at the City Manager's Office, 8130 Allison Avenue, during normal business hours. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at the City Manager's Office, 8130 Allison Avenue, during normal business hours. ACCESSIBILITY: The City of La Mesa encourages the participation of disabled individuals in the services, activities and programs provided by the City. Individuals with disabilities, who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the Commission meetings, should contact the Human Resources Department 48 business hours prior to the meeting at 619.667.1175, fax 619.667.1163, or BCruz-Rivera@cityoflamesa.gov. Hearing assisted devices are available for the hearing impaired. A City staff member is available to provide these devices upon entry to City Council meetings, commission/board meetings or public hearings held in the City Council Chambers. A photo ID or signature will be required to secure a device for the meeting. Page 2 of 9  Pages 1. CALL TO ORDER 1.1 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA 3. PRESENTATION 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES) NOTE: In accordance with state law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the Environmental Sustainability Commission will not be able to discuss or take any action on the item at this meeting. If appropriate, the item will be referred to Staff or placed on a future agenda. 5. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES 6. CURRENT BUSINESS 6.1 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE JANUARY 26, 2026 4 SPECIAL MEETING 6.2 DISCUSSION OF THE ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION SAFETY EDUCATION AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE Alternative Transportation Safety Education ad hoc subcommittee expires February 2026 6.3 DISCUSSION OF THE MOBILITY SIGNAGE AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE Mobility Signage ad hoc subcommittee expires April 2026 6.4 DISCUSSION OF THE CREATION OF NEW AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEES 6.5 DISCUSSION OF SCHEDULING A SPECIAL MEETING FOR THE EDCO ANAEROBIC DIGESTOR TOUR 6.6 DISCUSSION OF THE CHAIR REPORT REGARDING CLIMATE ACTION PLAN COLLABORATION WITH CITY COMMISSIONS 7. STAFF AND COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS 8. ADJOURNMENT Page 3 of 9  La Mesa Environmental Sustainability Commission Minutes of a Special Meeting Date: January 26, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Location: City Manager's Conference Room, 8130 Allison Avenue La Mesa, California Present: Chair Amanda-Dawn Natalia Vice Chair Dasmine McFarlin Commissioner Michael Bourton Commissioner Jack Sellinger Commissioner Barbara Shustek Commissioner Richard Williams Staff: Commissioner Joe Britton Commissioner Mark Gracyk Commissioner Jen Lebron Commissioner Christina Potter Environmental Sustainability Manager Hilary Ego Environmental Program Coordinator Serena Lee _____________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Amanda-Dawn Natalia called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM. 1.1 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA 3. PRESENTATION 3.1 SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY POWER 2026 RATES PRESENTATION Jen Lebron, Senior Director of Public Affairs at San Diego Community Power (Community Power), gave a presentation about 2026 rates. The presentation included information about: Community Power's history, how rates are developed, how Community Power forecasts rates, and the 2026 projected bill impacts on residential and commercial customers. 1 Page 4 of 9  Commissioners asked questions about PCIA processes, 2026 rate discounts, and marketing to communities of concern. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES) NOTE: In accordance with state law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the Environmental Sustainability Commission will not be able to discuss or take any action on the item at this meeting. If appropriate, the item will be referred to Staff or placed on a future agenda. 5. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES 6. CURRENT BUSINESS 6.1 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE DECEMBER 15, 2026 REGULAR MEETING No edits to the minutes. Motion: To vote on approving the minutes from the December 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Moved by Vice Chair McFarlin Seconded by Chair Natalia Vote: 6-0-1 Ayes: Bourton, McFarlin, Natalia, Sellinger, Shustek, Williams Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Nooristani Motion Approved 6.2 DISCUSSION OF THE ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION SAFETY EDUCATION AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE Alternative Transportation Safety Education ad hoc subcommittee expires February 2026 Amanda-Dawn Natalia stated the ad hoc subcommittee met and worked with Maya Feldman-Dragich who outlined videos focused on walking and biking to and from school, driver safety, keep kids alive drive 25, and bikers and what to look out for. The subcommittee also discussed which stakeholders to include in the videos and requested feedback on locations for filming. 2 Page 5 of 9  Commissioners recommended locations near schools, crosswalks, La Mesa Boulevard, and how to use bike lanes and boxes. Commissioners also discussed common confusion around which side of the road to walk and bike on, and also where to walk if there are no sidewalks. 6.3 DISCUSSION OF THE CAP IMPLEMENTATION WORK PLAN AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE Climate Action Plan (CAP) Implementation Work Plan ad hoc subcommittee expires January 2026 Amanda-Dawn Natalia stated the ad hoc subcommittee met to finalize the CAP Implementation Plan. Hilary Ego shared the draft with the Commission, highlighting their implemented feedback. Next steps are for staff to finalize the document, and will also introduce the work during the City Council presentation occurring on January 27, 2026. Motion: To vote on the approval of the FY26-27 CAP Implementation Work Plan Moved by Commissioner Williams Seconded by Vice Chair McFarlin Vote: 6-0-1 Ayes: Bourton, McFarlin, Natalia, Sellinger, Shustek, Williams Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Nooristani Motion Approved 6.4 DISCUSSION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION 2026 WORK PLAN AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE Environmental Sustainability Commission 2026 Work Plan ad hoc subcommittee expires February 2026 Ricky Williams stated the ad hoc subcommittee met and implemented the Commission's feedback and finalized the 2026 Work Plan. Hilary Ego shared the Work Plan and provided an overview of the goals for 2026. The Work Plan will go to City Council on Consent at the February 10, 2026 meeting. Motion: To vote on the approval of the Environmental Sustainability Commission 2026 Work Plan 3 Page 6 of 9  Moved by Commissioner Sellinger Seconded by Commissioner Shustek Vote: 6-0-1 Ayes: Bourton, McFarlin, Natalia, Sellinger, Shustek, Williams Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Nooristani Motion Approved 6.5 DISCUSSION OF THE CREATION OF NEW AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEES Michael Bourton stated he is interested in supporting the messages that can go on the variable message boards and received interest from Jack and Dasmine to create a Mobility Signage ad hoc subcommittee. Dasmine McFarlin stated she is interested in supporting the Green Business Network and bring ideas for a Climate Action Plan program centered on equity. Ricky Williams stated he is interested in bike and safety infrastructure and bike valets. Motion: To vote on the creation of the Mobility Signage ad hoc subcommittee comprised of Michael Bourton, Dasmine McFarlin, and Jack Sellinger for 3 months with the purpose to creating messages for transportation safety. Moved by Chair Natalia Seconded by Vice Chair McFarlin Vote: 6-0-1 Ayes: Bourton, McFarlin, Natalia, Sellinger, Shustek, Williams Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Nooristani Motion Approved 6.6 DISCUSSION OF SCHEDULING A SPECIAL MEETING FOR THE EDCO ANAEROBIC DIGESTOR TOUR Amanda-Dawn Natalia stated she is in contact with EDCO to coordinate a tour of the Anaerobic Digestor (AD) and requested dates to schedule a tour. 4 Page 7 of 9  Commissioners discussed options and stated two dates would be best on March 11 and March 24. Amanda-Dawn Natalia stated she will work with EDCO on next steps. Motion: To vote on scheduling Special Meetings on March 11, 2026 and March 24, 2026, pending final coordination with EDCO, to tour the EDCO anaerobic digestor facility. Moved by Commissioner Sellinger Seconded by Commissioner Williams Vote: 6-0-1 Ayes: Bourton, McFarlin, Natalia, Sellinger, Shustek, Williams Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Nooristani Motion Approved 6.7 DISCUSSION OF THE CHAIR REPORT REGARDING CLIMATE ACTION PLAN COLLABORATION WITH CITY COMMISSIONS Amanda-Dawn Natalia began attending the City's board and commission meetings and will report back to the Commission what she learns to see if there are opportunities to collaborate. On January 20, 2026, Amanda- Dawn Natalia attending the Parking Commission and learned about their Work Plan Goals, upcoming projects, and alignment with the CAP on projects. Commissioners expressed gratitude to Amanda-Dawn for to taking the time to attend. 7. STAFF AND COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS Hilary Ego stated City updates on projects including: submittal of an Office of Traffic Safety grant, CAP progress report presentation to City Council on January 27, 2026, kicked off solar and EV charging station project at Public Works Operations, Home Energy Fair on March 7 at the La Mesa Library from 10-2, starting the 2025 Annual Report, and planning Earth Day. Clio Goodwin and Maya Feldman-Dragich stated they presented to St. Martin of Tours Academy about the CAP and water conservation, and shared the interactive activities and poster boards with the Commission. Serena Lee stated City updates on projects including: survey with MTS to understand La Mesa ridership and create a campaign this spring to encourage 5 Page 8 of 9  people to ride the trolley, continuing to work with ProduceGood to glean fruit from residents' trees, Year 4 of Litter Free La Mesa begins on February 21 at Briercrest Park from 9-11 AM, Clothing Swap event at the Library is scheduled on February 28 from 10 AM - 1 PM, and City staff continue to work on the Heat Action Plan. Jen Lebron stated that there is a position opening on the Community Advisory Committee and encourages La Mesa residents to apply. The commitment is a monthly meeting at the Port of San Diego and a $100 per diem to participate. Jen also introduced Kate Riegel who will be taking her on her advisory role on the Commission and thanked everyone for their time together. 8. ADJOURNMENT Chair Amanda-Dawn Natalia adjourned the meeting at 7:58 PM. 6 Page 9 of 9