Agenda Date: 07/21/2026
Subject:
Title
Resolution 36-2026: Approving the amended Colorado Communities for Climate Action (CC4CA) Policy Statement
Body
From:
James L. Becklenberg, City Manager
Prepared by:
Brent Soderlin, Director of Public Works & Utilities
Laura Rosenbaum, Sustainability Coordinator
Presentations:
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PURPOSE:
Does the City Council support the City of Littleton aligning with the newly revised Colorado Communities for Climate Action (CC4CA) policy statement and continuing current membership?
LONG-TERM OUTCOME(S) SERVED:
Sustainable Community with Natural Beauty
DISCUSSION:
CC4CA is a coalition of local governments from across the State of Colorado that collaboratively advocate for more effective state and federal climate policies. CC4CA's policy statement represents collective agreement among its members regarding key legislative, regulatory, and administrative actions that should be pursued-often in partnership with local governments-to support statewide and local efforts to address climate change. By continuing to participate in CC4CA, the City of Littleton has the opportunity to work alongside 48 other local governments in a unified, strategic effort to advance policies that enable Colorado communities to lead in climate protection. Membership of CC4CA offers several strategic benefits to the City of Littleton. Each member jurisdiction appoints a representative to the CC4CA board, ensuring that local voices are actively engaged in statewide climate discussions while fostering relationships with elected officials and sustainability professionals across Colorado. Currently, Mayor Schlachter serves as the city's board representative. The coalition also facilitates informed participation through regular workshops, briefings, and trainings that interpret emerging climate science and explain relevant federal and state policy developments. As a member, Littleton is able to access timely analyses of legislative and regulatory actions affecti...
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