SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Climate action change plan approved by Langley city council

Kira Erickson reports from the Langley City Council meeting of Mar. 21, 2022.

Proponents of combating climate change shared an ambitious action plan that was recently approved by the Langley City Council.

At a council meeting March 21, members of the city’s volunteer-led Climate Crisis Action Committee led a presentation detailing the board’s work plan.

The plan includes three overarching goals, which are supported by strategies and actions.

They Said It

“What a great vision,” Councilmember Craig Cyr said. “I’m excited about it.”

Councilmember Gail Fleming said she felt inspired and that the council should approve the work plan.

Councilmember Rhonda Salerno asked if the committee could prioritize working on building code ordinances that will affect new development, such as the use of electric heat pumps and greywater caches.