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WORKSESSION AGENDA
Tuesday, October 16, 2023 at 6:00PM
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Climate Plan Discussion
CLIMATE PLAN 2023 -FINAL.PDF
FINAL SURVEY RESULTS -CLIMATE PLAN.PDF
Adjournment
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CLIMATE PLAN2023
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Contents 3
Vision and Mission 4
Historical Progress 5
Greenhouse Gas Inventory 6-7
Stakeholder Engagement 8
Climate Plan Survey 9
How to Use Plan 10
Initiatives by Focus Area 11
Focus >> Water 13-18
Focus >> Waste 19-25
Focus >> Energy 27-33
Focus >> Transportation 35-39
Conclusion 40
Acknowledgments 40
Linked Resources Appendix 41
Climate Plan Focus >> 42
Table of Content
CLIMATE PLAN 2023 >> 3
Reduce city-wide CO2
emissions by 80% and city
facility CO2 emissions by
100% by 2040
(2040 Comprehensive Plan)
The City of St. Anthony Village (SAV) is building on the history of sustainability leadership by developing this
Climate Action Plan. According to the goals established in the SAV 2040 Comprehensive Plan, the City
aims to reduce city-wide CO2 emissions by 80% and city facility CO2 emissions by 100% over a 2005 baseline
by 2040. This plan identifies the next steps in achieving these goals.
The Climate Plan will focus on the next 1-5 years of implementation work in
categories important to SAV, including water, waste, energy, and transportation.
The proposed initiatives have been built through input from leaders, residents,
and business owners in the City, and utilizing best practices in the industry. It is
envisioned that new initiatives will be added as prior ones are achieved, while
other initiatives will be ongoing with future target dates. The plan encompasses
City operations and the City’s entire footprint, including the impact and potential
role of residents and businesses.
The action steps identified in this Climate Plan are not the sole responsibility of City staff to enact, but
rather a collective effort among all community members to engage SAV in climate-friendly practices. The
City will continue to expand SAV’s status as an exemplary sustainable community by pursuing these
achievable solutions.
Vision & Mission
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2009 Implemented Tiered water rates policy
2011 Joined MN GreenSteps1 Cities program
2012 Sustainability Plan written by University of MN students for SAV
Installed LED Pedestrian crossing-Silver Lake Rd.
2013 Regional Indicators Initiative participant
Carp removal project at Silver Lake to improve water quality
2014 Installed Central Park Bio-filtration Storm water Treatment, including pollinator
habitat
2015
Implemented organized collection for waste and recycling with three haulers.
Installed Salo Pond/Silver Lake Stormwater Treatment System
Installed second LED Pedestrian crossing-Kenzie Terrace
2016
2nd city ever to receive Sustainable City Award
Became a Tree City USA
Joined Community Solar Subscriber Collaborative
Partnered with MWMO on St. Anthony Regional Stormwater Treatment and
Research Facility
2017
Completed installation of the advanced Oxidation Process Water
Treatment Plant
Achieved Step 5 GreenSteps, one of the first cities to achieve this top tier
2018 Organics food scraps recycling drop-off site launched
2019 Achieved SolSmart Silver Community recognition
2020 Adopted 2040 Comprehensive Plan that established greenhouse gas emission
goals
2023 Implemented single hauler for waste and recycling
Set a goal to create this Climate Action Plan for the City
1Minnesota GreenStep Cities is a voluntary program hosted through the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) that assists cities in
achieving their sustainability and quality-of-life goals.
Historical Progress
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St. Anthony Village participates in the Regional Indicators Initiative (RII) created by LHB Inc. to gain a deeper
understanding of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions created by energy, travel, waste/recycling, and more. The
data collected through the RII reflects SAV’s annual GHG emission trends and helps the City identify specific areas
for improvement.
Figure 1 shows the GHG emission data for waste, travel, and energy in SAV from 2007 to 2021. As seen in the
chart, energy usage results in 74% of emissions in SAV, with travel being the second largest contributor at 22%.
SAV’s RII GHG inventory revealed that almost 75% of the community’s GHG footprint originates from building energy
usage. SAV has cut overall GHG emissions by 27% since 2007, notably decreasing electricity emissions by 54% through
reduced consumption and cleaner energy sources. Energy-related emissions from natural gas now surpass those from
electricity, due to lower greenhouse gas-emitting energy sources being used for electricity. Travel-related emissions held
steady until COVID-19. During the pandemic, there was a rapid increase in isolation which led to a reduction in travel
emissions. Meanwhile, SAV’s recycling rate continues to steadily rise.
Figure 1: Greenhouse Gas Emissions breakdown. Source: Regional Indicators Initiative, 2023
GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
Greenhouse Gas Inventory
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RECOMMENDED
RII ACTION STEPS:
electrify buildings,
weatherize homes,
reduce reliance on
vehicle travel, support
electric vehicles
As seen in Figure 2, despite there being a 27% reduction in energy usage,
a significant portion of SAV’s GHG emissions still originate from energy
consumption and waste when compared to other cities. On the other hand,
travel contributes relatively less to SAV’s total emissions.
The RII program provides cities with personalized recommendations for
action steps based on GHG data. The action steps presented to SAV include
electrifying buildings, weatherizing homes, commissioning commercial
buildings, reducing reliance on vehicle travel, and supporting electric vehicles.
The initiatives identified in this plan integrate these impactful changes.
Figure 2: 2020 GHG Emission Breakdown Compared to Other Cities. Source: Regional Indicators Initiative, 2023
2020 GHG EMISSION BREAKDOWN
Greenhouse Gas Inventory
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This report was informed by stakeholder feedback from the community, including elected
officials, residents, business owners, and guests in the City. They shared their thoughts in
a variety of ways including the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, the Climate Plan Survey, and
at City Council and Parks & Environmental Commission meetings.
2040 Comprehensive Plan
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan identifies sustainability efforts that the City
has either recently established or plans to pursue in the coming years. When
the Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2020, the City engaged residents
in different focus groups to gather diverse perspectives on community goals
for the future of SAV. Amongst the initiatives identified through this public
engagement are impactful climate solutions that helped inform the action
steps recommended for this plan.
2023 Parks & Environmental Commission
During the plan development process, the 2023 Environmental
Commission played a vital role in distributing the survey
and gathering insights from participants. Key themes
gathered from the community by the Commission included
concerns about city walkability and bike-ability, the potential
of curbside organics pickup, and a strong interest in energy
efficiency, electrification, solar energy, and electric vehicles.
Commissioners also shared that they heard concerns for
outdoor air quality, reducing single occupancy vehicle reliance,
and preparing for weather extremes. The RII was referenced
by the Commission for initiatives like building electrification,
weatherization, travel reduction, and EV support.
Stakeholder Engagement
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Climate Plan Survey
The SAV Climate Plan Survey aimed to understand
community perspectives and priorities concerning
climate change mitigation and adaptation. It sought
valuable insights from residents on their awareness of
climate issues, willingness to participate in sustainable
initiatives, and suggestions for building a resilient and
climate-conscious community. The survey was widely
distributed among residents, and the comprehensive
data collected played a crucial role in formulating
community-driven policies and action plans to
lower the City’s climate impact and foster a more
prosperous future for the City.
Results from the survey indicate a strong awareness
and concern for sustainability with over 300
respondents. Over 60% of respondents expressed
a willingness to personally contribute to mitigating
climate change, with the majority supporting the
adoption of renewable energy and other reductions in
carbon emissions. The survey also revealed key areas
for improvement in the community’s efforts, such as
transportation and waste management. Participants
highlighted the importance of walkable/bikeable paths,
increased recycling in homes and businesses, and
enhanced energy efficiency to reduce overall energy
consumption. Overall, the survey reflects a positive
attitude towards climate action and a collective desire
to make a significant difference in SAV’s climate
impact.
>>> 60% of respondents are willing
to personally contribute to mitigating
climate change, including adoption of
renewable energy and reducing carbon
emissions.
Climate Plan Survey
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This plan is divided into 4 focus areas. Each focus area includes the overarching vision and actions to
achieve that vision. Three initiatives are listed in detail under each focus area with the intent that they
will drive this plan for the next one to five years. New initiatives will be added to each focal area as prior
ones are achieved. Some initiatives will be ongoing with a future target date.
The initiatives are designed to be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timely. Several focus
areas also include a Community Action section with ideas for how the community can collectively make
progress. The efforts of everyone - the City government, citizens, and local businesses - are needed to
achieve these initiatives.
How to Use This Plan
Each initiative in this Climate Plan will be achieved through the following:
1 – Data Compilation Compile community baseline data.
2 – Barriers Identification Consider barriers to engagement and implementation and identify
strategies to overcome these barriers
3 – Staff & Financial Resources Assess staff and financial resources.
4 – Implementation Strategies Identify and prioritize an implementation strategy for each policy.
5 – Community Engagement Identify strategies to continually engage the community throughout
implementation of each policy.
6 – Review Process Include a process to review progress on goals and outcomes.
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INITIATIVES BY FOCUS
This plan sorts climate initiatives into four focus areas (categories). Each focal point includes an
overarching vision for that category to help the City achieve overall goals.
THE FOUR FOCUS AREAS INCLUDE:
● Water
● Waste
● Energy
● Transportation
FOCUS >>>
Each category focuses on 3 impactful initiatives.
This plan is a living and breathing document and is focused on the top priorities
to pursue in the next 1-5 years.
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FOCUS >>>
VISION: Increase the resilience of the
community by efficiently using water,
enhancing water quality to ensure enough
clean water for the future community’s health
and recreation, and reducing risks.
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OVERARCHING VISION FOR WATER:
Increase the resilience of the community by efficiently
using water, enhancing water quality to ensure enough
clean water for the future
Current Progress: St. Anthony Village lies within two watershed districts, ensuring
responsible development's impact on water resources. The City promotes mindful
water use through water conservation measures such as lawn watering restrictions
and rain barrel programs.
Public Works also uses a collection and reuse system to water the Central Park and
City Hall landscapes. Aligning with GreenSteps' best practices, St. Anthony Village
focuses on effective storm water management, efficient water use, and regular water usage assessments.
In 2022, the city code related to Natural Landscapes was amended to allow low watering and low-maintenance lawn
options such as pollinator and rock gardens.
The forward-looking 2040 Comprehensive Plan emphasizes water use reduction, rain gardens, storm water control,
sustainable landscapes, and states that current water main leak levels were at 7.23% in 2020 (target: 10%). Notably,
the 2017 Comprehensive Water Supply Plan outlines future water demands and infrastructure enhancements,
while the Comprehensive Storm water Management Plan of the same year safeguards water quality via diverse
strategies.
Stakeholder Feedback: The survey results showed a high willingness among residents to decrease water usage
in their homes and/or businesses by regularly inspecting for leaks and reducing the watering of lawns and gardens.
Residents are also open to alternative types of turf and installing rain barrels for watering.
FOCUS >>>
Figure 3: Annual Water Consumption
Trends. Source: Saint Anthony Village
Public Works, 2023
SURVEY shows
high willingness
for residents to
decrease water
usage in homes
and businesses
ANNUAL WATER CONSUMPTION TRENDS
FOCUS >>>INITIATIVE 1
CONTINUE TO REDUCE DRINKING WATER
CONSUMPTION IN HOMES AND BUSINESSES
DESCRIPTION: In collaboration with residents, business owners, and
local organizations, the City could increase enforcement of existing policies,
incentivize water conservation practices, and sponsor home improvements that
support water conservation.
TIMELINE: 2024 - ONGOING
>>> In 2009 SAV implemented a tiered water rate
structure to promote water conservation
METRICS: Monitor water usage rates and track changes. Use water meters throughout the system to track
unaccounted water loss
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ACTIONS:
● Recognize and reward residents who adopt water-saving practices. Explore the cost-
effective distribution of low-maintenance lawn seeds and required low-flow fixtures in
homes by 2028, with a focus on rental properties.
● Enhance leak detection with water meters, integrate repairs into infrastructure
projects, and educate property owners on leak detection and repair.
● Strengthen compliance with watering restrictions through stricter enforcement and
consider imposing fees for non-compliance.
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FOCUS >>>
DESCRIPTION: Impervious surfaces such as roads and parking lots
restrict the natural infiltration of groundwater. While these facilities are
necessary in some capacity, the City can reduce the strain on storm water
management systems and enhance climate co-benefits by allowing more
water to infiltrate the ground. The City could establish zoning policies; limiting
the construction of new impervious surfaces and incentivizing property
owners to remove unused impervious surfaces by educating about the
benefits of doing so.
INITIATIVE 2
REDUCE EXCESS IMPERVIOUS SURFACES TO
IMPROVE WATER INFILTRATION AND QUALITY
TIMELINE: 2024 - 2027
ACTIONS:
● Encourage developers and contractors to use permeable surfaces when possible.
● Develop an incentive for property owners to remove unused impermeable surfaces.
● Consider a zoning policy establishing a maximum allowable area of new impervious surfaces in commerical district.
METRICS: Monitor city-wide changes in the area of impermeable surfaces.
FOCUS >>>
DESCRIPTION: Trees are the ultimate tool for combating climate change
because they sequester carbon and produce clean air. Additionally, they
improve water quality by creating a strong soil structure for infiltration. In recent
years, a significant portion of the City’s tree cover has been lost to invasive
beetle species and drought. A revegetation program would help residents
replace lost trees with a more hardy species and remove dead trees.
INITIATIVE 3
ESTABLISH A REVEGETATION PROGRAM TO
REPLACE LOST TREE COVER
TIMELINE: 2024 - 2026
ACTIONS:
● Share existing information with residents and property owners about the climate benefits of trees.
● Explore developing a catalog of trees throughout the community that need to be removed and/or replaced.
● Examine grants at the state and federal level to help with climate-friendly municipal forestry.
● Determine what tree species would be the strongest and most affordable to replace dead trees.
● Consider establishing a revegetation fund to help residents pay to have dead trees removed and replaced
with more hardy species.
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METRICS: Monitor tree removal and planting progress in the catalog.
ENLIST COMMUNITY IN INITIATIVE TO REDUCE
WATER USE
FOCUS >>>COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY ACTIONS:
● Consider replacing unused portions of the lawn with native grasses that do not require irrigation.
● Check toilets and faucets for leaks and fix any that are in disrepair.
● Consider replacing older toilets, showerheads and washing machines with low flow/energy efficient models.
● Check sprinkler system to ensure that spray heads are properly oriented. Every year check to see how long the system
needs to operate to provide one inch of water over the service and set the weekly timer accordingly.
● Install rain barrels to store runoff from the downspout system and reuse the water.
● Pick up pet feces promptly from your yard.
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FOCUS >>>
VISION: Protect the health and viability
of St. Anthony Village well into the future
by reducing the volume of waste sent to
landfills.
OVERARCHING VISION FOR WASTE:
FOCUS >>>
SURVEY shows
interest among
residents to
increase
participation in
composting and
desire to reduce
waste production,
especially single-
use plastics
Current Progress: In 2015, St. Anthony implemented organized waste and
recycling collection with three haulers for residential dwellings with up to
three units. In the spring of 2023, St. Anthony consolidated to a single hauler
for Curbside Waste Collection and Recycling with Aspen Waste Systems.
This unified service streamlines curbside collection of waste, benefiting road
longevity and consumer safety. Waste is directed to Ramsey/Washington
Recycling & Energy Center and the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center, both
of which use waste-to-energy technology to generate electricity. Yard waste
drop-off at Ramsey County sites is extended to all residents, while Aspen
Waste Systems offers combined yard waste, garbage, and recycling pickup
for a small additional fee. Organics recycling through Ramsey County is
available at City Hall, with SAV’s compost site averaging 3764 lbs of organic
food scraps weekly in 2022. According to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan,
the City aims to host an electronics recycling event twice annually and wants
to purchase recycling and organics containers to rent out for public events.
SAV also hosts an Annual Clean-Up Day at the Public Works facility for
residents to dispose of bulk and hazardous waste.
The RII Report
50% of municipal waste in SAV (based on per capita data from Hennepin
County) is incinerated and the other 50% ends up in the landfill. Although
SAV saw a decrease in CO2 emissions from waste between 2014 and 2020,
the City nearly returned to the 2014 value in 2021.
Stakeholder Feedback: The survey responses repeatedly indicate an interest among residents to increase
participation in composting and implement curbside compost pick-up. An overall sentiment in stakeholder feedback
was the desire to significantly reduce waste production, especially for single-use plastics. Residents also expressed a
desire to see zero waste events at schools, the community center, and Villagefest.
>>> 50% of Hennepin County waste
currently ends up in landfill
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Protect the health and viability of SAV well into
the future by reducing the volume of waste sent
to landfills.
Figure 4: Waste production trends for St. Anthony Village based
on per-capita data from Hennepin County. Source: Regional
Indicators Initiative, 2023
WASTE PRODUCTION & DISTRIBUTION TRENDS FOR ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
Figure 5: Waste distribution for St. Anthony Village
based on per-capita data from Hennepin County.
Source: Regional Indicators Initiative, 2023
FOCUS >>>
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ACTIONS:
● Encourage residents to look into existing composting resources through Ramsey
County such as at St. Anthony City Hall or a county yard waste site. Free compostable
bags are also available for residents along with a beginner video with instructions.
● Consider integrating compost management into regular public facility maintenance,
including in schools and at City Hall. Purchase mobile composting and recycling
containers for community members to rent for events at public facilities.
● Monitor counties programs for feasibility of providing residents with curbside
compost removal.
INITIATIVE 1
INCREASE PARTICIPATION IN ORGANICS
COMPOSTING
DESCRIPTION: To increase participation in organics composting city-wide,
the City can motivate residents to take advantage of free resources available
through Ramsey County and integrate composting into regular public facility
maintenance. Additionally, the City can explore the potential for curbside
composting pickup to address the barrier of traveling to City Hall to dispose of
organic waste.
TIMELINE: 2024 - 2027
>>> SAV compost site
averaged 3,764 lbs of
organic food scraps
weekly in 2022
METRICS: Track materials shared with residents through City communications channels. Communicate with
Ramsey County to continue receiving data on compost collection volumes.
FOCUS >>>
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INITIATIVE 2
PARTNER WITH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS TO HOST
MULTIPLE ANNUAL EVENTS FOR PROPER DISPOSAL
OF HAZARDOUS WASTE, INCLUDING ELECTRONICS
AND APPLIANCES
DESCRIPTION: Through the Annual Clean-Up Day and electronics recycling
events, SAV is already making good progress in the proper management of
hazardous waste. To improve the accessibility of and participation in these
events, the City can increase the frequency of hazardous waste drop-off events
and raise awareness of the consequences of improper disposal methods. To
confront the financial barriers for residents looking to dispose of hazardous
waste, the City could reduce or eliminate drop-off fees.
>>> SAV saw a decrease in CO2 emissions from waste between
2014 and 2020, the City nearly returned to the 2014 value in 2021.
METRICS: Track materials shared with residents through City communications channels. Evaluate the
participation in and frequency of proper disposal events.
TIMELINE: 2024 - ONGOING
ACTIONS:
● Share existing educational materials to advertise the harmful impact of the improper
disposal of hazardous waste through the City newsletter, posters near waste bins, and
during events.
● Create an annual schedule for drop-off opportunities within SAV and surrounding
communities. This could include Clean-Up Days, electronics recycling events, as well
as new events.
● Consider establishing a fund to reduce or eliminate the financial barriers of proper
hazardous waste disposal.
FOCUS >>>
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ACTIONS:
● Promote existing educational materials to explain ways to live a minimal-waste lifestyle. Encourage residents to avoid
fast-fashion and bulk food purchases that create unnecessary waste.
● Share information on free resources such as waste audits by MN Waste Wise Foundation.
● Promote resident engagement in existing zero-waste efforts. Propose zero-waste events at schools and the community
center. Encourage eco-conscious exhibitors at Villagefest and explore sustainable options like a Fix-it Clinic and local
recycling organizations.
● Collaborate with local businesses to determine feasibility and barriers associated with a single-use plastic ban. Based on
stakeholder feedback, establish an ordinance addressing single-use plastics.
● Promote online resale platforms that allow people to purchase used items rather than buying new. Encourage use of online
resources to repair home furniture and equipment rather than opting to replace them.
● Collaborate with property managers for multi-family housing units to provide compost removal facilities for tenants to dispose
of their waste.
● Promote deconstruction building waste to be sorted and properly disposed of
following the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) guidelines.
INITIATIVE 3
REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF NON-RECYCLABLE WASTE
SENT TO THE LANDFILL
DESCRIPTION: While 50% of non-recycled waste from SAV is incinerated
to produce energy (based on per capita data from Hennepin County), 50%
still ends up in landfills according to the RII. Although SAV has seen a 16%
reduction in GHG produced by waste from 2007 to 2021, the City can continue
to address waste emissions by reducing the consumption of non-recyclable
materials. The City can communicate with property owners about living a
minimal-waste lifestyle, avoiding single-use plastics, and choosing recyclable/
compostable alternatives.
METRICS: Collaborate with Aspen Waste Systems to gather periodic waste collection volumes and track
volume trend
TIMELINE: 2024 - ONGOING
FOCUS >>>
>>> SAV has seen a 16% reduction in
GHG produced by waste from 2007 to 2021
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ENLIST COMMUNITY IN INITIATIVE TO REDUCE
VOLUME OF WASTE IN ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY ACTIONS:
● Use reusable bottles and cups for beverages on-the-go.
● Use reusable grocery bags, and not just for groceries.
● Purchase wisely and recycle.
● Compost it!
● Avoid single-use food and drink containers and utensils.
● Buy secondhand items and donate used goods.
● Shop local farmers markets and buy in bulk to reduce packaging.
● Curb your use of paper: mail, receipts, magazines.
FOCUS >>>
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FOCUS >>>
VISION: Increase renewable energy and
building efficiency to reduce city-wide CO2
emissions by 80% and city facility CO2
emissions by 100% by 2040.
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OVERARCHING VISION FOR ENERGY:
Increase renewable energy and building efficiency
to reduce city-wide CO2 emissions by 80% and city
facility CO2 emissions by 100% by 2040.
FOCUS >>>
SAV commitment
to solar energy
earned the
SolSmart Silver
status in 2019.
Current Progress: In 2016, the City Council voted to obtain 25% of
all energy for City operations from neighboring solar farms. The City’s
commitment to solar energy earned the SolSmart Silver status in 2019.
This achievement involved enhancing existing solar initiatives and permitting
processes, and simplifying residential and business adoption of solar
technology. The City has prioritized energy efficiency by replacing public
facility and parking lot lights with LED bulbs and assessing public buildings
for further efficiency improvements. Home efficiency audits are promoted
through the City website, connecting residents with local utility providers.
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan states that St. Anthony consumed
65-gigawatt hours of electricity annually as of 2020. The plan’s analysis
showed that if all available rooftop solar energy potential was utilized, it
could generate 69% of the City’s annual electric usage.
The RII Report
Indicates that nearly three-quarters of SAV’s greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions can be traced back to building energy. Examining Figure 6,
it becomes apparent that SAV has experienced changes in its energy
consumption trends from 2007 to 2021. During this period, there was a
decline in electricity consumption but a notable increase in natural gas
usage for energy generation. More specifically, natural gas accounts for
58% of energy-related emissions in SAV as of 2021, while electricity is
responsible for the remaining 42%.
Stakeholder Feedback: Stakeholders expressed an interest in improving energy efficiency in their homes
and businesses by reducing energy usage and accessing reliable, renewable energy. One popular avenue
was subscribing to a renewable energy program through local energy providers, and another was installing
solar panels.
>>> natural gas accounts for 58% of
energy-related emissions in SAV as of 2021
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Figure 6: CO2 Emission Trends from Energy.
Source: Regional Indicators Initiative, 2023
CO2 EMISSION TRENDS FROM ENERGY CO2 EMISSION DISTRIBUTION FROM ENERGY
Figure 7: CO2 Emission Distribution from Energy.
Source: Regional Indicators Initiative, 2023
FOCUS >>>
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ACTIONS:
● Share existing information on resources for reducing energy use in buildings, including the Inflation Reduction Act’s Home
Energy Rebates, free energy audits from power companies, etc. Ensure educational resources and opportunities for home energy
improvements are accessible to low-income residents.
● Distribute educational materials explaining emerging solutions to electrify buildings that are currently served with natural gas.
● Consider developing an incentive program or grant funding for residents to pursue a home audit. One example would be to refund
residents the cost of their home audit if they address a certain number of inefficiencies identified in the home audit. Examine providing
low-income residents with financial support in improving home efficiency if a home audit identifies significant issues.
● Communicate with rental property managers about improvement opportunities t o decrease pressure on tenants who may be unable
to make substantial changes.
● Consider adopting a sustainable building policy for all new and remodeled construction projects.
● Discuss participating in Partners in Energy Program and creating an Energy Action Plan.
INITIATIVE 1
IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY OF HOMES, BUSINESSES,
AND PUBLIC FACILITIES IN ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
DESCRIPTION: According to the RII, the City can pursue changes to
building efficiency in SAV to create a significant reduction in emissions,
including electrifying buildings currently served by natural gas. The City must
ensure that efficiency improvement resources are available to all residents,
including low-income residents who may not have the financial resources to
make the necessary changes independently.
TIMELINE: 2024 - 2029
>>> SAV has seen a decline in electricity consumption but a notable increase in
natural gas usage for energy generation
METRICS: Coordinate with local energy providers to track changes in energy consumption.
FOCUS >>>
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METRICS: Coordinate with local energy providers to track changes in energy consumption.
ACTIONS:
● Share resources with residents explaining the benefits and resources available
through utility green power purchase programs and community solar gardens. Target
low-to-moderate-income residents who may not have the financial resources to install
solar panels but still have interest in renewable energy.
● Promote information regarding on-site, solar technology including solar benefits,
funding available including through the Inflation Reduction Act and MinnPACE for
commercial properties, utility programs (Xcel Energy’s Solar Rewards), SAV’s solar
permitting requirements, and solar panel manufacturers/installers to educate residents
about solar energy options.
● Discuss participating in the Partners in Energy Program and creating an Energy
Action Plan.
● Address financial barriers for low-to-moderate-income residents by reducing or
waiving permit submission fees for solar panels.
● Explore solar panel installation on public facilities. Seek funding from utility providers
and government programs, and integrate implementation costs into the annual budget.
INITIATIVE 2
INCREASE USAGE OF RENEWABLE ENERGY
DESCRIPTION: St. Anthony Village is committed to advancing renewable
energy for its residents. Building on solar achievements, the City can
improve access to solar technology, particularly for low-to-moderate-income
residents. Simultaneously, the City can promote on-site renewable energy,
community solar gardens, and participation in utility green power programs
that allow residents to directly support renewable energy growth and
environmental benefits.
TIMELINE: 2024 - ONGOING
METRICS: Coordinate with energy providers to collect solar energy production data from individual properties
and collaborate with utility providers to gauge participation from residents.
FOCUS >>>
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ACTIONS:
● Share educational materials on new and emerging electric device alternatives including available funding. Emphasize
climate benefits and cost-savings associated with electric energy over gasoline power.
● Evaluate the condition of existing City equipment and develop a predicted replacement schedule.
● Work with Public Works and City Engineering Departments to incorporate electric device alternatives, as practical, into
the purchasing plan and account for changes in equipment cost in financial planning. Utilize MPCA grants for alternative
landscaping equipment.
INITIATIVE 3 INCREASE THE PURCHASING OF ELECTRIC DEVICES
AND APPLIANCE ALTERNATIVES
DESCRIPTION: Modern technology is constantly evolving to make
electric alternatives that replace gasoline or diesel-powered devices
accessible to the general public. The City can encourage residents to pursue
these changes while replacing City Public Works Department maintenance
and groundskeeping equipment with electric alternatives when feasible and as
budget allows benefits.
TIMELINE: 2024 - ONGOING
METRICS: Annually evaluate how well the City has aligned with the electric alternative purchasing plan.
FOCUS >>>
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ENLIST COMMUNITY IN INITIATIVE TO INCREASE
BUILDING AND HOME ENERGY EFFICIENCY
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY ACTIONS:
● Invest in high-efficiency furnaces and heat sources.
● Wrap the water heater in an insulating blanket.
● Seal ductwork.
● Test windows and doors; use caulking around frames, install or replace
weather-stripping, add a door sweep. In cold months, apply exterior window film
● Use ceiling fans.
● Run large appliances in the evening; consider using air-dry options and
washing clothes on a shorter cycle.
● Install a clothesline; dryers can account for up to 6% of a home’s total
energy use.
● Clean large appliances (backs of refrigerators and clothes dryer exhaust) to
help motors work more efficiently and consume less energy
● Automate usage; use a smart thermostat. Install dimmer switches
and motion sensors.
● Fight phantom power consumption.
● Watch the chargers – unplug when not in use.
● Invest in a home and business energy audit.
FOCUS >>>
CLIMATE PLAN 2023 >> 33
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FOCUS >>>
VISION: Reduce the emissions produced from
travel by enhancing multimodal transportation
opportunities and improving access to EVS.
CLIMATE PLAN 2023 >> 35
OVERARCHING VISION FOR TRANSPORTATION:
Reduce the emissions produced from travel by
enhancing multimodal transportation opportunities
and improving access to EVs.
FOCUS >>>
SAV stakeholders express
resounding support for
improved multimodal
transportation infrastructure
Current Progress: In St. Anthony Village, the non-motorized transportation
network mainly consists of sidewalks and a regional trail. The Street &
Utility Capital Improvement Plan outlines reconstruction and overlay
projects until 2040. Public transportation options include Metro buses,
Transit Link, and Metro Vanpool programs, offering limited affordable
transit options. While some residents own EVs, there are no EV charging
stations within City limits, with the closest stations located in Minneapolis
and Roseville. As part of achieving Step 5 in the GreenSteps Cities
program, the City focused on enhancing walking, biking, and transit
opportunities, traffic calming, and addressing street gaps. The 2040
Comprehensive Plan aligns with residents’ aspirations to improve
pedestrian and bike routes, enhancing safety and accessibility for
non-motorized transportation.
Stakeholder Feedback: Stakeholders expressed resounding support for improved multimodal transportation
infrastructure, including pedestrian and bike routes. Other proposed ideas included reducing idling, installing EV
charging stations, and encouraging residents to work from home when possible.
VEHICLE TRAVEL & CO2 EMISSION TRENDS
The RII Report
Prior to 2020, an increase in vehicle miles traveled (VMT) was counterbalanced by a decrease in the carbon intensity
of each mile driven, leading to a small net decrease in CO2 emissions per vehicle miles traveled. VMT has begun to
increase again following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Figure 8: Vehicle Travel and CO2 Emission Trends.
Source: Regional Indicators Initiative, 2023
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>>> The net decrease in CO2 emissions in 2020 is increasing post-pandemic
FOCUS >>>
ACTIONS:
● Evaluate the list of pedestrian and bike route gaps identified in the 2040
Comprehensive Plan and identify routes that are currently noncompliant with
ADA standards. Ensure that plans are in place to improve key intersections
and routes.
● Evaluate the feasibility to restripe and redesign streets that are common
commuter routes to include a bike lane.
● Discuss incentivizing residents to use alternative modes of transportation
by zoning for limited parking at facilities and event spaces that have sufficient
pedestrian infrastructure connecting to existing nearby parking.
INITIATIVE 1
IMPROVE ACCESSIBILITY AND INCREASE
USE OF NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION
INFRASTRUCTURE
DESCRIPTION: To reduce the emissions created by vehicle miles traveled,
the City can continue to address gaps in the pedestrian and bike networks and
improve areas not currently in compliance with ADA standards. The City can
also explore incentives for residents to use alternative modes of transportation.
TIMELINE: 2024 - 2027
METRICS: Collect annual average daily traffic (AADT) and pedestrian counts throughout the improvement
process to measure the impact of the changes.
CLIMATE PLAN 2023 >> 37
FOCUS >>>
ACTIONS:
● Examine creating a marketing plan to encourage residents to take advantage
of the growing accessibility of EVs. Distribute existing educational materials on
the tax incentives of owning an EV.
● Consider adopting a policy on publicly-facing charging infrastructure.
Determine the most effective locations for EV charging stations at public facilities
in SAV. Integrate predicted installation expenses into the budget. Identify a
vendor and develop an installation plan.
● Evaluate the condition of the current vehicle fleet and determine which vehicles
could feasibly be replaced by EVs in coming years. Adjust predicted costs in the
budget to account for making these changes.
● Consider adopting a policy requiring new multi-use developments to install EV
infrastructure.
INITIATIVE 2
INCREASE ELECTRIC VEHICLE OWNERSHIP ACROSS
ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
DESCRIPTION: EVs are growing rapidly in popularity as a sustainable
solution to mitigating the emissions created by traditional, gasoline-powered
vehicles. The City can take advantage of the growing popularity and support
residents in their ownership of this increasingly-accessible technology.
Additionally, the City can explore integrating EVs into its fleet and require new
multi-use developments to install EV infrastructure.
TIMELINE: 2024 - 2029
METRICS: Monitor EV charger usage at public facilities once installed. Gather and monitor voluntary EV
ownership data.
Current Progress: In 2022 St. Anthony Village added Electric Vehicle
charging stations as an allowed accessory use in the Commercial district.
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FOCUS >>>
ACTIONS:
● Connect residents with MetroTransit route resources and encourage them to
utilize public transportation whenever possible. Advertise the immense climate
benefits of traveling via public transportation.
● Collaborate with local schools and businesses to redesign drop-off and pick-up
areas, and install signage to encourage drivers to limit idling.
● Share educational materials about how long cars need to be warmed up during
winter weather to avoid unnecessary emissions.
● Collaborate with Hennepin County on public transit planning, trends, and options
for future services to advance goals in this plan.
● Encourage residents to work from home when they have the opportunity to do so.
INITIATIVE 3
REDUCE AVOIDABLE VEHICLE EMISSIONS
DESCRIPTION: While there are many exciting, large-scale initiatives for the
City to pursue in emission reduction, sometimes small changes can create big
impacts. Simple actions like limiting vehicle idling, riding public transportation,
and choosing to work from home when feasible can decrease transportation
emissions. The City can educate its residents and business owners about
the simple changes that they can implement to reduce their personal carbon
footprint.
TIMELINE: 2024 - 2027
METRICS: Collaborate with Metro Transit to gather ridership data. Gauge idling reduction from resident
participation observations at schools and businesses.
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This plan utilizes
stakeholder feedback
to propel the city toward
a reputation as a model
climate-conscious
community
At its core, this plan operates as a framework for practical steps the
City can take to reduce the climate footprint in St. Anthony Village.
It utilizes stakeholder feedback to identify the most effective climate
solutions that reflect the specific goals of the SAV community.
The plan builds on existing programs, while simultaneously
implementing new initiatives. SAV’s commitment to embracing
these feasible solutions propels the City community toward an
enhanced reputation as a model climate-conscious community.
Conclusion
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The St. Anthony Village Climate Action Plan builds upon past work and is the culmination of
efforts from City staff, Parks and Environmental Commission members, and external partners.
City Staff:
Charlie Yunker
Nicole Miller
Barb Tuominen
Additional Contributors:
Prepared by the WSB Authors:
Hannah Delker
Bart Fischer
Amy Fredregill
Sustainability Corps Intern:
Alex Goers
St. Anthony Village City Council
St. Anthony Parks and Environmental
Commission
External Partners:
Greenhouse Gas Analysis by LHB, Inc.
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Limited Resources Appendix
General:
● 2040 Comprehensive Plan
● ADA Standards
● GreenSteps Cities Program
● Regional Indicators Initiative (RII)
Water:
● Comprehensive Storm Water Management Plan
Waste:
● Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
● MN Waste Wise Foundation
● Organics Recycling
● Minimal-waste Lifestyle
Energy:
● Inflation Reduction Act Guidebook
● MinnPACE
● Partners in Energy Program
Transportation:
● Metro Buses
● Metro Vanpool Program
● The Street & Utility Capital Improvement Plan
● Transit Link
CLIMATE PLAN 2023 >> 41
2023 CLIMATE PLAN >>>
FOCUS VISION
Increase the resilience of the community
by efficiently using water, enhancing water
quality to ensure enough clean water for the
future community’s health and recreation,
and reducing risks.
Protect the health and viability of St. Anthony
Village well into the future by reducing the
volume of waste sent to landfills.
Increase renewable energy and building
efficiency to reduce city-wide CO2 emissions
by 80% and city facility CO2 emissions by
100% by 2040.
Reduce the emissions produced from travel
by enhancing multimodal transportation
opportunities and improving access to EVS.
SAV Community Input Survey:
Climate Planning
Survey Results
FINAL
09/05/2023
How concerning is climate change to you generally?
Very concerning 66% (238)
Concerning 17% (61)
Moderately concerning 6% (20)
Slightly concerning 3% (10)
Not concerning 9% (32)
What do you believe are the top climate issues facing you and your
neighbors?
Impacts to our most vulnerable community members 43% (155)
Heat 46% (166)
Temperature/weather extremes 80% (289)
Extreme precipitation such as flooding or drought 55% (198)
Stronger storms 50% (181)
Outdoor air quality 70% (254)
Indoor air quality (including mold, lead paint , dust , and radon)16% (59)
Water quality 51% (184)
Access to parks or green space 24% (86)
Impacts to biodiversity/natural environment , such as trees, plants, crops, etc.64% (230)
Permanent /reliable housing 17% (63)
Access to food 29% (106)
Pollution from nearby businesses and traffic 34% (121)
Garbage (including from illegal dumping)25% (92)
Other 7% (25)
None of these 6% (21)
If you selected other in the above question, please specif y
Climate change is not a real problem
I believe the climate is changing, and has been since the world was created and will continue to
change until the world comes to an end. I also believe it is important that we steward well our world
and the environment we live in. However, I struggle to see a connection between most of the topics
listed and climate change.
The fear of existential calamity far outweighs both reality and cost /benefit .
Climate activists proposing/implementing solutions that are not effective, feasible, proven or of any
value. STA is three square miles, only plan should be is to ensure city operations are not using truly
harmful chemicals or processes.
Wow, you attach a lot of important community issues to climate. I would say that the problems
related to most of these issues have nothing to do with climate. Let's tackle them without the trendy
ideology, please!
Use of toxic pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers and de -icer products Affordable housing. As a
single parent/single income housing is not affordable.
There is no Climate Crisis. The climate has always changed and always will.
Climate change deniers
Can’t have too much
Need to plant more trees. Study a er study shows the most effective way to mitigate effects of
climate change is to plant trees.
Wood burning is a real problem for our community- both fire pit , wood burners for heat and
fireplaces. Wood smoke is so unhealthy and has impacted family members.
Stop residential wood burning, specifically back yard, stove and fireplace wood burning, It is the
leading cause of 2.5 particulates in Minnesota. (Minn Dept of Health, and Minnesota Volunteer
magazine).
Carbon free Energy and energy resilience
reliability of utilities, particularly electric and internet down time caused by extreme temps and
storms
Lack of respect for privacy
More proactive measures to lessen our environmental impact .
More proactive measures to lessen our environmental impact .
Harmful to wildlife and habitats
Sustainable use of water for lawns and gardens
Affordable housing is definitely an issue in the metro
Geoengineering of the planet
Population density
Well with the recent Canadian weather air, it seems that climate is a hot topic,. Also important to
note is the elderly and asthma sufferers, it is important we monitor our extreme high weather
temperatures. Huge issue is lack of rain with the continued draught from last summer. Need to
monitor.
Social unrest due to accumulating crises, including false information spread via AI in social media
and radical right-wing media (and possibly radical le -wing media).
High greenhouse gases
Composting/recycling?
pollinator survival
Lack of access to safe, sustainable transit options (biking, walking, buses)
Though most of these are important , requiring regular efforts to maintain and improve them, they
should not incur any extraordinary financial expenditures that would mistakenly tie them to man-
made activities.
Loss of biodiversity
Destruction & deliberate lack of care of what we currently have in plant material & trees knowing
full well the importance of their place toward insurance of clean airy & water. To think that SA had a
chance to “make it right” when Salo ponds were cleared & new filtration was installed 10ish years
ago(?) & we are living with this mess of weeds, with seemingly no one in charge who knows what
they are doing!!!! It is SICK!!!!! NO EXCUSES! How embarrassing! And we have such a good example
of what can be done all around with NewBrighton just one close shining star! So it begs the
question a er many have contacted SA wondering whenwewill make Salo a shining star, why spend
any more money on a survey? It is not that difficult!!! It makes me sick knowing , having connected,
even volunteering. Control issues? Yet no positive controlled results from SA? For years!!!!!!!!!!
Sick!!!!!!! What a waste! Sustainability??? Currently Salo is a fire hazard I shutter at the thought of a
cigarette butt in all those dry weeds. For starters try a controled burn on a totally still day. Get rid of
it , bulldoze the mess & start over with appropriate plant material & care. How about making this the
“gem” that it was intended to be TWICE!
Not having reliable snow in the future for skiing, potential wildfire risk, future pandemics from
melting permafrost
political divisions about this topic
How important is it for St . Anthony Village to meet its goal of reducing city-
wide carbon emissions by 80 percent by 2040?
Very Important 66% (238)
Important 15% (54)
Moderately Important 6% (23)
Slightly Important 2% (7)
Not Important 11% (38)
How important is it for St . Anthony Village to take action on climate change?
Very Important 69% (246)
Important 13% (45)
Moderately Important 7% (25)
Slightly Important 3% (11)
Not Important 9% (32)
What actions should the city prioritize in this Climate Plan in the next few
years?
biodiversity - native plants & native animals, garbage/pollution, water quality, air quality
Clean water
understand how our community can wisely move to better energy sources while keeping a balanced
approach.
I don't know how much any action by the city can affect climate change. It has a more significant
role in mitigating the bad effects of climate change on our residents.
Continue to promote composting (curbside pickup?), Reduce polluted water from entering storm
drains (adopt a storm drain?), Incentives for businesses and residents to reduce garbage output and
implement sustainable watering.
pollution
Green space, tree planting, affordable housing, easier composting, public transit
Plan ahead for inevitable climate change
SIDEWALKS!! To encourage walking and safety for children. Provide incentives for changing to
efficient lighting.
population density will increase with the pollution, slow that down until we are able to reduce the
pollution. Wells getting contaminated are a big concern. We need education so that people
understand hydrology, Can using plastics be reduced?
Plant more trees, figure out curbside composting, make city more walkable
Sustainable water use.
Offering compost pick up, engaging in a partnership with a lawn maintenance company for
sustainable lawn care to keep our lawns looking good without all the chemicals (optional opt in for
residents) as this is very difficult to do well, testing water for contamination and sharing results with
residents, avoiding additional apartment buildings that increase stress on our systems, add
protected bike lanes
Compost
Start by offering information sessions regarding options available.
(I haven’t honestly been paying attention to STA specifically so if these options are already in
existence, awesome) Financial assistance to add solar panels, or upgrade household appliances to
more energy efficient options. The pollinator pathway program was great , more incentives for
converting grass yards to NATIVE and less water and maintenance intensive options. Many of our
largest shade trees are being lost to emerald ash borer, providing new trees to replace those will
help keep homes cool and decrease air conditioner usage, as well as help with air quality concerns.
Water quality
Water wuality
Droughts are more common and it’s wasteful to water lawns. I would love the city to champion bee
lawns/clover lawns as a high color green, low water, and pollinator friendly route. There’s stigma
against “weeds” but monoculture lawns are so wasteful.
Clean air and water
Reduce emissions, incentivize reduced use of plastic and use of compostable materials
The tree canopy in my neighborhood has declined significantly in just the past few years due to
storms, ash trees, and an overabundance of silver maples that are reaching end of life. The city
needs to invest more in adding/replacing trees on both public and private property. Incentivize
residents to plant trees (annual giveaways and/or reduced-cost trees). Contract with a tree care
company to help residents with ash treatments. Increase the number of trees that are being planted
on city property and prioritize watering/care. If building projects call for trees to be removed, require
that they be replaced (if replacement isn't possible on a building site, a fee needs to paid that goes
to a city tree care fund.) Educate the public on drought resistant tree species. Overall, mirror what
many other cities are doing to preserve/increase the tree canopy, which will become more and more
crucial to climate resiliency in the future.
I don't think the climate is an issue.
none. I do not believe spending time, money, and other resources on this topic is particularly helpful
or will reap the benefits currently claimed by many. I do not pay taxes to the city of St Anthony so
they can get caught up in the current "religion" of climate activism.
Add electric vehicle charging stations at city parks and schools, get curbside organics pickup added
to the contract , start integrating more commercial uses into residential areas to make every day life
more walkable and improving the pedestrian experience, especially along and across Silver Lake
Road, Kenzie Terrace, and 37th, and add more trees particularly along boulevards (improves the air,
provides shade, and improves pedestrian environment and driver behavior)
sustainable plantings: lawns. Neighbors have in ground sprinkling systems that water street
pavement , others spray chemicals and water for hours at a time. Also Important to me: any road/
utility improvements need follow through with damage and changes that have been incurred on
homeowners property despite changes in city personnel or contracted partners. Encourage those
folks and families who can ambulate to city offices, recycling, school to actually enjoy the walk. And
not sit idling and blocking roadways.
Local renewable energy
figure out how city can get most of its energy needs from renewable and help residents making that
switch for things like solar
As you replace machines and vehicles, look for things that are energy efficient . Encourage residents
to consider solar panels. Buy energy efficient items. Use solar panels, reduce settings on water
heater. Buy energy efficient items. Use solar panels, reduce settings on water heater. Publicize best
pratices for thermostat settings.
Making sure we have reliable energy supply
To educate the public that climate change is not a problem of significance.
Ensure activists do not have undue influence.
Clean energy initiatives, water conservation, recycling including reducing waste and single -use
plastics community, use of pervious surfaces and environmentally friendly building materials in any
new construction; encourage people to bike and walk more (may include more bike -friendly streets)
Stop building housing that is not sustainable. Stop building on land that can be transformed into
sustainable landscaping to help protect nature and wild life on all levels. Most important stop using
chemicals for apt buildings lawns, parks, and businesses. Band use for home lawns. Create and
encourage neighborhoods to create their lawns into natural habitat and landscaping w Native plants
and trees that adapt to less water use.
Maintain currant level of hauling away garbage, recycling and yard waste. No electric vehicle
charging stations.
Add more parking for new developments to reduce traffic and parking problems (idling cars) in
nearby neighborhoods.
Please tackle other more important issues like public safety, and enforcing city code so that
neighbors can get along and be safe. We want to be a thriving community, and there are more
practical ways city government can help it members rather than pretending they can solve some big
climate problem...but I guess it 's trendy and makes you feel good about yourself, huh?
none
Whatever helps reduce greenhouse gases the most and prepares us best for damage we’ve already
done. Don’t want feel good, but low impact steps
Programs to encourage shade tree planting across the city; zero waste events at schools,
community center, Villagefest , etc; more EV charging stations (in parks, community center, local
businesses)
Reduce use of toxic chemicals, pesticides, herbicides ,etc Affordable housing
Air quality considering it’s allowed massive apartment units to be built which will bring a huge rise in
cars in our small community.
Build affordable, energy efficient , space efficient housing
Investing in renewable energies, better public transportation, water-efficient landscape rebates, and
better recycling options.
Find ways to help make sustainably energy sources more accessable to residents.
Solar
1. Single use plastic ban. 2. Residential grants to help homeowners remove dead ash trees and
replace with trees tolerant to MN's changing climate. 3. Making streets more walkable and bike -able.
4. Educating residents on how to be resilient to a changing climate, especially for those most
vulnerable to it's hazards. 5. Supporting and educating on low-waste lifestyles.
Know some would like compost pickup.
Moving to electric for all city vehicles and reducing pesticide/herbicide use. Ensure that water and
utilities are prepared for extreme weather. Incentivize/promote drought tolerant and/or native plants
and pollinator friendly lawns.
Strongly incentivize clean energy usage in homes and electric vehicles. Increase walkable/rideable
street space through dedicated lanes/walkways. Rezone to allow small grocery stores to provide
healthy food in closer proximity to residents and reduce car trips. Focus on water quality monitoring
efforts even more. Ban use of chemical treatments on lawns/city property. Promote education of
children and residents on environmental issues and sustainability. Plant more trees on city property
and incentivize planting of more trees on residents’ grass-filled lawns.
Energy reduction, reuse and reduce initiatives, models for SAV citizens to learn from
Carbon emissions should be a primary focus, including use of electric vs. gas-powered vehicles and
equipment and buying into solar gardens or installing solar for City facilities.
Water use
Reducing or eliminating GHG emissions related to Village activities; e.g. purchasing EVs to replace
gas and diesel powered vechiles and equipment .
The focus of the city (and city resources) should be to foster a healthy and safe place for its
residents (to the extent practically feasible, given most things creating poor air quality, for instance,
come from sources outside city boundaries - like fires hundreds of miles away), not on arbitrarily
reducing carbon emissions.
Lower taxes. Allow resident and business to address how they see fit , by retaining more of their
money.
The City of Saint Anthony is made up of all kinds of people who have all kinds of views on climate
change along with businesses. The city administration along with Police, Fire, Liquor etc need to
continue to look for ways to reduce our, "city" carbon out put . It takes a village and unless everyone
is buying in it will never happen. Cars along with heating our houses contribute a lot along with the
transportation of goods for our use. Unfortunately real home runs on what to do about it do not
seem to exist which makes it feel overwhelming. So makes goals and keep working towards those
goals as new things to reduce carbon become available.
I would like to see St Anthony strive toward reducing its carbon footprint by promoting composting
more such as in the school systems, by turning off the power in blocks, by promoting bus or
bicycling in the city (perhaps make a bike lane on our larger roads?), and by making laws for waste
in our city.
Unknown, I defer to climate experts for what local municipalities and individuals can do to make an
impact .
Moving to all electric for city vehicles and encouraging residents to move to electric for vehicles,
lawn equipment etc. Ensuring that city utilities are prepared for extreme weather. Reducing
pesticide/herbicide use. Making more walking paths to the city schools, so kids can walk to school
safely and not in the roads.
Promote public transportation and biking including more sidewalks. Bring back pollinator garden
project . Contract with garbage company for curbside composting, make composting required
Promote public transportation and biking including more sidewalks. Bring back pollinator garden
project . Contract with garbage company for curbside composting, make composting required
Encourage remember energy sources and actions that make us less dependent on cars (public
transit access, walkability, bikeability, ??), help residents improve their homes' energy efficiency
How are we supporting families as they switch to full electric vehicles?
Energy efficient buildings, renewable energy sources, Optimizing Waste Operations, plant more trees
—support /subsidize homeowners with this, community gardens, bring back a robust farmers market
at a convenient time for more shoppers.
Do better at recycling
Air Quality
Install public EV charging spots
none
Tree assistance. Drought has caused our decades old Oak tree to die and it costs thousands of
dollars to remove. People with limited income will not prioritize tree removal which will then create
fire hazards for our community. There should be grant assistance in the community for people to
apply for because tree removal is for the common good. Electric assistance for people to switch to
electric lawn equipment . There might need to be a city law the gas powered equipment is not
allowed. Easily accessible electric charging stations or assistance for installation of home charging
stations. Solar installation assistance to make it an attractive and economical choice for the
community. Better walking and biking paths in South Saint Anthony - there is no bike lane on Saint
Anthony Boulevard, there are no sidewalks other than on Saint Anthony Boulevard. Prioritize people
over cars. The neighborhood is not up-to -date with modern thinking and does not make walking safe
or attractive to the community, especially those with young children. Protected bus stops for people
that want to take the bus in the winter. It is too cold to stand outside by a bench. Bridge for
walking/biking to go over Hwy 88 by the cemetery. This is a well traveled pedestrian and bike transit
zone and it is very dangerous for people. PLEASE make this better. Again, prioritize people over cars.
Fix the horrible transition point to the Diagonal Trail bike path from St . Anthony Blvd. The current
path is a sidewalk, on the wrong side of the road, and unsafe for anyone ~ especially families. Please
improve this access point to be pedestrian and bicycle friendly to make our community more
enjoyable for all - from 1-100. Enforced water restrictions (my neighbor waters their yard in the
middle of the day every day without penalty, and other neighbors water excessively with water going
into the sewer). It seems the city could easily monitor violators by simply looking at water bills and
monthly activity.
Encouraging residents to reduce their consumption of energy/water resources and reduce waste
output , at the individual household level (identify new practices to reinforce and reward positive
behaviors and consumption changes, and subtle ways of nudging households that are not making
progress). Please consider ways to make more sustainable options the default for city managed
offerings (there is substantial data/studies that support this approach)
Removal of dead ash trees and replanting of native tree species. Rehabitation of native perennials
throughout park spaces. Micro-grants to individual households to transform grassed lawns and
other water-intensive landscaping to drought-resistant native landscaping.
None are necessary.
There is no Climate Crisis. The climate has always changed and always will.
operate a clean fleet continue sewer separation
Water and energy conservation
Use of alternate sources of energy. Work with Metro Transit for Better access to public
transportation especially to both major downtowns. Expansion of organic recycling with Ramsey Cty
if possible. Start a Fall cleanup day in addition to the Spring program. Educate residents as to
probable costs of climate change the city will be dealing with in the future - it will only get more
expensive to deal with a ermath of weather events. Some of us are not afraid of higher taxes to
deal with these issues - and yes, I’m a retiree on a definitely fixed income.
Electric car chargers, water conservation:stricter sprinkling or alternative yard coverings(not perfect
green Kentucky blue grass) yards, Lights at 36th and Silver Lake Road- safer walking and biking.
More composting education and participation, food waste education, same with electric and gas. I
have a gas furnace - what does the future look like for natural gas- education.
Decarbonizing all city operations quickly and providing regular, practical education to residents on
how they can decarbonize.
Enhance walking paths & bike lanes for safety, ease of access
0 emissions
Ensuring our water resources - quantity and quality
Incentivising citizens to embrace climate footprint reduction habits.
composting, recycling
reduction of greenhouse gases
Investing in renewables for municipal energy use and incentivizing businesses to adopt renewables
unable to answer at this time
Increasing our use of cleaner energy, improving walkability, and decreasing our waste.
Green spaces and parks
Leading by example - the city and school district should be carbon-neutral: electric vehicles and
100% renewable energy.
Safe drinking water
Offer more frequent recycling dates for non regular items; require homes to have more stringent
hvac inspection requirements; strict inspection requirements for buildings;
Renewable energy and tree planting, water quality improvements.
Sidewalks!
Mandatory Composting
The city can do nothing to impact climate change on its own through reducing carbon. Implementing
any carbon reduction initiatives will just lower the quality of life in the Village and cost the tax
payers money.
Better recycling options and reducing plastic use; getting people to focus on reducing emissions
and other pollutants in the air
Water quality, reduced chemicals in Central Park and Wilshire Park, walking/biking paths
Monitor air quality with devices placed around city and educate people on ways to improve it .
Recreational fires are contributing, especially outdoors. The city should address how they are
polluting the air and ban them. Produce documentation on the toxins in wood smoke, include articles
in the city newsletter to educate people on the harmful effects.
Protecting vulnerable folks, reducing carbon footprint
Water wasting - the city watches our water usage on a micro level while at the same time the
maintenance crews waste tremendous amounts of water when opening all the water hydrants to
flush them out . We had our street tore up last summer and they opened the hydrant up and let the
water (thousands of gallons) run down the street to relieve the pressure in the water lines. I
suggested to our city water management that they use the water to either fill up the city water truck
or to hook a fire hose to it and water the lawns in the vicinity. Basically they told me to buzz off.
Clean air, clean water, preservation of infrastructure and green space, Better care (i.e. watering) our
tree canopy. Sustainability. Use a no water/ no chemical turf or other plants to replace traditional
lawns. Help homeowners come up and implement a home/yard/garden sustainable plan, Help
vulnerable segments of our population. Build community resiliency and sustainability,
Solar. Reducing water usage; offering curb side organics collection
Carbon neutrality of all city-owned facilities/vehicles
Electrify city fleet , add solar panels to city owned buildings, offer incentives to residents trying to
add solar panels to their houses
AUse of solar & wind technology in any new or upgrading of city infrastructure. Enhanced
accessibility to safe & reliable public transit .
Better walking and biking paths that are safe, smart , and accessible. Accessible electric charging
stations for cars.
Create a program for education about air source heat pumps and home electrification including
some grant funding and sending out a list of good contractors who do this work so residents are
ready to electrify the day something breaks! Also what is the plan for not locking into future
emissions with natural gas infrastructure improvements - Can we do a city wide geothermal system?
Also establish a cooling center and add protected bike lanes everywhere in the Village with trees in
between the bike and car lanes
Work with the state to make solar panels more affordable.
Bringing the community together with more and easily accessible information on the subject . I am
not sure that everyone has a clear understanding of both the problems and costs of solutions. I
suspect that changes would be significant financially for many. Such as buying electric vehicles or
installing solar panels. Most people don’t work in our community and riding a bicycle is impractical
in inclement weather for most , particularly as we age. Changes are necessary but may be painful for
many.
There are many possible suggestions, but one that comes to mind: facilitating charging stations for
electric vehicles!
Reduce littering, trash in public spaces and private spaces. Encourage proper home maintenance.
support and implement solar energy use
find more cost effective improvements, likely updating old homes/buildings, and find state/federal
funding to support those improvements
Air and water
Pollution from nearby businesses and traffic
I would need to see more data on which solutions will have the greatest impact .
I would need to see more data on which solutions will have the greatest impact .
Water Quality of Silver Lake. Treat the weeds so residents can swim and fish.
safer bike paths to silverwood adn shops to avoid narrow sidewalks and biking on road (for families
and slower bikers)
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Sustainable building upgrades. Making it easier/less expensive for homeowners and building owners
to get solar panels. The more self sufficient residents are the easier it is on the city. Have a concrete
plan for emergency situations due to climate related power outages and emergencies. Increased
focus on Environmentally friendly lawns that do not require as much watering or fertilizers which
are both very bad for the environment . The fertilizers go into the drainage ponds that are home to
wildlife including ducks, frogs and geese.
I have some colleagues from other organizations that help communities think about this. I'd like to
see what other communities are doing. Certainly, maximizing storm water management would be a
part & there is money from both federal & state programs for that kind of Infrastructure. Also, I'd like
to see what we can do as a community to get to 80% GHG free by 2035 or 2030, & net zero GHG
emissions (not just carbon) by 2040.
Green energy for all city facilities
Keeping people safe in their homes and outside.
Sustainable approaches to waste management and recycling
Electrify its fleet , transition to solar power for city buildings and charging stations, plant trees,
convert grass to natural habitat
Setting strong but realistic goals for energy use reduction and greenhouse gasses - both city wide
and city operations. Identifying vulnerable populations and the ways to reduce their vulnerability
through building a stronger community, encouraging partnerships, identifying safe shelter and
resilience hubs and services in times of need. Making improvements to transportation infrastructure
to reduce vehicle miles and encourage active transportation. Encouraging and educating home
owners and businesses - especially with energy efficiency improvement opportunities. Increasing
green space and tree canopy to help improve air quality and water runoff. Lead by example. Partner
with neighboring communities and counties to strengthen services and outcomes in a more efficient
way. Fight for legislation that will help us move faster - like strong energy codes and funding for
local climate action and planning. Install solar on public buildings and parking lots.
Sustainable energy and water practices
Not sure
Green building policies and support . Also clear residential decision making resources (ie how to
reduce our impact , how to decide what to invest in when making home upgrades).
1. Curbside organics recycling— aka composting. I use Aspen for my business so i know they
provide this service. I’ve been hauling my compost to work or the community dumpster did 12 years
now. I don’t understand why this is taking so long to implement . 2. Send out the street sweepers the
day AFTER trash and recycling have been picked up. Some days I see the street sweepers making
the rounds the day before or HOURS before the trash and recycling are picked up. And then there’s
litter blowing around from stuff that dropped out during the pickup. It’s really big that hard to
schedule the street sweepers to follow the route a er Aspen had been through. 3. Discourage
people from chemical lawn treatment— more bed lawns and pollenator pathways. 4. Follow Mpls’
lead: ban styrofoam amd black plastics, require restaurants and food establishments to . 5. Promote
Hennepin County recycling grants to local businesses to encourage them to become more
sustainable. 6. Stop giving land opportunities to shoddy developers when there are non profits that
will make it work for low-income people. That trailer park land grab was awful. And all the
deforestation that developer did, deplorable. We can do better.
Give the people who are using a smaller garbage container a break. We use to use a large container.
We have cut way back to maybe one garbage bag out of house a week to two weeks. Doing a
smaller container price is still pretty high. Giving an incentive might help people to cut back on
garbage & increase recycling.
Reduce vehicle exhaust and fuel usage by allowing better traffic flow and fewer stops and starts.
Plant many more shade trees, and require developments to plant mandatory shade trees throughout
their properties. Ban all pesticide use from private and public areas. Mandatory leed building
practices and requirements for new development and renovations. All cities large and small need to
get busy treating climate change as real and a serious threat to all living things.
Carbon emissions are a small part of global heat . Life on earth is carbon based. Our skys are being
sprayed by jets every day with various metals and other substances. Go to geoegineeringwatch.om
and watch THE DIMMING to inform yourselves.
Converting to green energy
Find ways to add green space
high temperatures; lack of rain; lower and extreme higher humidity; poor air quality for the chronic
and elderly; monitoring of water so we have an abundance for all.
Provide curbside compostible waste pickup
Reducing carbon
Alternative energy sources, water usage
Solar for city use schools, etc., charging stations, energy grid, clean water and water gardens.
electrifying everything. providing EV chargers. Updating building codes to require EV chargers,
maximum insulation, solar panels, high efficiency furnaces/ACs, electric stoves, etc. etc.
Cut carbon emissions. Electrify cars. Build more EV charging stations. More solar energy. Tighten
building codes.
More electric vehicle charging stations.
pollution from traffic, impact on biodiversity-i.e. agriculture and trees
Sustainable energy sources/alternatives
Pollution: both air and noise, expanding green spaces, continue to have things residents can do-
composting, etc.
Insulating all homes and buildings, encouraging family and community gardens, rain gardens,
planting fruit and nut-bearing trees and shrubs, solar panels on homes and buildings, composting,
etc.
supporting carbon reducing measures like solar panel installation and transportation electrification
renewable energy sources
Public transportation availability is decreasing, is there any thing the city can assist with? More and
more apartments which brings with it additional traffic and pollution. Yet public transportation is
decreasing. Have the bump outs helped? Or is this yet another solution making pollution worse due
to idling cars. The city should listen to the residents. Previous roads changes were announced to the
residents, the work had not yet been started…. However any feedback fell on deaf years since the
plans were already written up.
moral solar options and are there any low impact wind options for the city or residence to utilitize?
Support (tax breaks, subsidies?) energy efficiency for residents and business owners. Increase bike
and pedestrian paths / trails to encourage reduced vehicle usage and emissions. Educate on
composting and make pick-up more convenient (home compost pick-up service with waste).
Providing services such as street repair and maintenance and providing police protection for all city
residents and their property.
Create plans to endure extreme weather like drought and strong storms
Create plans to endure extreme weather like drought and strong storms
Continue to pursue the composting program and potentially consider pick up from homes. We've
reduced our garbage by over 50% since we started composting! It's a wonderful way to start to be
green and it's impactful in every single home. Identifying opportunities for energy sourcing from
renewable resources would also be a relatively straightforward way to move toward a greener
future.
Remember that we can only change the temps by a fraction of 1 degree. While dramatically
changing quality of life.
Nothing
Water & outdoor Quality; Affordable Housing; Recycling/Composting decreasing garbage pick up
Organic waste Management , traffic management
Planting trees, encouraging more native plantings, decreasing water use for lawns.
Increase walkability and bikeability in neighborhoods with more local groceries and necessities vía
elimination of R1 zoning, and people will drive their cars less
Increase walkability and bikeability in neighborhoods with more local groceries and necessities vía
elimination of R1 zoning, and people will drive their cars less
Encourage more residents to recycle and compost food scraps and organics. Better and more clear
communication about what is and is not acceptable. I find that different entities sometimes send
confusing messages about acceptability.
Educating public to care for environment
Make composting available for all residents
I don’t know where the city currently stands on these issues so it’s hard to say.
Curbside compost pickup
Carbon emissions
no idea as there are so many concerns
allow fewer miles on city vehicles
Reducing dependence on cars, promoting native plants, water retaining gardens, etc
Public transportation
There should not be a plan at all. Slight climate change is inevitable and the miniscule man-made
contribution to it is already being properly alleviated.
Prepare for the influx of electric cars
Water mitigation and green space availability
Alternative/community energy
Encourage residents and businesses to implement climate -friendly practices, including incentives
for xeriscaping, composting, etc... More EV infrastructure, especially fast chargers. More bike -friendly
roadways.
Electric Car Charging Stations for the Public, transitioning more people away from turf grass to
more natural and water efficient plants and grasses.
Keep doing all that you are doing and continue to push toward change.
Get 100% participation of solar for schools and government buildings. No permit fee for Solar on
businesses and private homes
More trees and shade
Sustainable land practices
Add transportation options to reduce use of gas cars
Help residents plant trees and provide care for them if necessary. Expenses related to maintenance
could be a barrier.
Cut back on street lighting
Continue compositing. Buy electric vehicles
Net zero emissions
Build more EV chargers in parking lots
Make the city more walkable, increase incentives for solar, make city buildings solar
I honestly don't know which actions, perhaps education
Biodiversity
Plan for carbon neutrality in city and support for citizens to do the same through organizing and
leading initiatives. Encourage community gardens and reduction of unused grass space in land
owned by the city. Improve safety of biking routes around the city.
Provide alternative resources to gas and ensure they are affordable to residents.
Education and incentives for energy efficiency programs for homes and businesses.
To provide Incentives for residents with electric cars or solar energy systems
Ensure access to safe water for drinking and food preparation.
reducing carbon emissions at public buildings and vehicles. City should take the lead and show by
example.
Electric car infrastructure, clean energy for households (solar, wind, etc.)
Expand the Tree Canopy; curb-side organics collection; solar
Climate change and reducing emissions
Water quality, air quality
Reduce carbon footprint , increase habitat for diverse species within the Village, promote renewable
energy sources
Cleaning up garbage. Reduce emissions.
Improve water quality and figure out how not to waste water
Drought tolerant vegetation, ash tree replacement .
Make the town a pedestrian haven. Make bike and walking lanes up and down st Anthony blvd. it will
reduce traffic, make it easier for families to walk and bike to the shopping areas and will increase
commerce at both ends of the road. New Brighton just did this on old highway 8. We should be a
leader in encouraging pedestrian traffic.
Stop building so many apartments which lead to so much more traffic. Cut back on city lawns are
replace with native plant gardens.
more education on recycling, water rain collection, alternatives to every day issues, more community
education
Reduce emissions as much as possible
Reducing waste, maintaining a long term healthy water supply
Education of residents.
1. Move up goal from 2040 to 2030. We're out of time. 2. Require food scrap collection for
composting and provide free home pickup service. Charge residents a lot more for trash based on
trash amounts to encourage composting. Make throwing away food scraps into trash illegal.
(Research San Francisco's composting success)
Moving up the date for carbon emissions. 2040 is too late, we need to be more proactive and aim for
a year before 2040.
Eliminate lawns or at least eliminate the use of lawn fertilizers, more bio diversity in lawns,
encourage people to have vegetable gardens
I’m happy with the city’s sustainability programs.
Solar street lights, solar powered schools and public buildings, electric vehicle charging stations,
water conservation, herbicide, pesticide & ice melt use reduction
Make the city more bike friendly
Improve non-car transportation modes to reduce resident Vehicle Miles Traveled
Not sure. Require removal of dead trees, debris in case of fires. Plant trees.
Increase biking and walking by providing more sidewalks, crosswalks and bikeways.
Education on climate change and solutions/ideas in which we can help.
alternative modes of transportation (non-motorized) needs to be prioritized for St Anthony. The city
lacks bicycle only lanes/ barricades which makes the city streets dangerous for cyclists. All border
cities have bike lanes that isolate car traffic from bike/foot traffic. St Anthony needs to do the same.
walkability and bikeability in our community in order to reduce car reliance.
Sidewalks
Native plantings, drought resistant landscaping, energy efficient city buildings, assistance to help
people with financial constraints to improve their home's energy efficiency.
The city should invest in solar
Solar on city buildings, change city code to not allow natural gas heating in new development , Adopt
a Sustainable Building Policy, Adopt a complete streets policy that includes green infrastructure,
Adopt a city purchasing policy that prioritizes energy efficient , low-impact products & services,
Adopt Energy Benchmarking ordinance and start publishing progress report , make No Idle policy for
public works and all other staff (except emergency responders) and look at posting no idle signs at
city hall
Curbside composting. Plant more trees. More green space. More walkable
Continue compost efforts; increase outreach to residents and businesses to minimize carbon
footprint; water the lawns in Central Park less frequently.
public transportation
Reducing gas usage from City owned vehicles, encouraging citizens to reduce carbon footprint ,
making City planning decisions that prioritize climate readiness
Continue to promote composting and recycling. Prioritize city electric vehicles where possible.
Provide electric vehicle charging stations at city properties where possible. Consider solar and wind
energy on city properties where possible.
continue to facilitate composting, increase access to public transportation, consider more sidewalks
to increase walking
Solar panels, planting more trees, urban gardens, rain gardens
Improve public transportation; improve city's walkability
Curbside compost
I don’t have enough time to answer this! My comments above are a good start!
Water quality, pollution by business and traffic. Add more sites to drop food scraps , especially in
larger condo and apartment buildings .
Encourage alternative energy sources through tax incentives. Encourage alternatives to lawns in
yards. Support recycling and composting. Develop recharging stations for electric vehicles.
Reduce carbon by using electric vehicles, encourage more recycling and composting.
Air quality both inside and out .
Install solar panels
Attention to green space & solar discounts/support
Invest in solar/renewable energy, create/promote safe paths for walking & biking
Bike Racks
Add more bike racks
more bike racks
water quality,
electrify everything! Safer biking
Changes to building code to promote more climate protective buildings, including baugruppen. Make
the Village less friendly to cars, especially ones passing through. Encourage solar conversion.
Prioritize electric cargo bike traffic.
Assuring that when trees in parks and public spaces are removed, replanting occurs ASAP. Provide
discounts and incentives for replacement trees in yards
Protected bike lane on Silver Lake Road and connectivity to regional trails and Silverwood Park;
Require homeowners to replace trees lost to Emerald Ash Borer; Encouraging transition from
standard turf grass to more drought resistant varieties or mixed-species lawn mixes; Add sidewalks
when you redo the neighborhood streets near Emerald Park; provide resources about roo op and
community solar options; educate homeowners about Air Sources Heat Pumps and electrification
so people are ready to replace when their old one breaks; establish list of trusted contractors who
install newer electrification technologies and publish on SAV website; make plan for phasing out
natural gas
Renewable energy grants (solar panels), public transportation and bike/walk friendly improvements
Electric car charging stations, bike racks at schools and public places. Increase frequency of public
transportation
more bike racks
Stop burning fossil fuels!!!
Supporting residents to: upgrade energy efficiency reduce pollution
Electric cars, solar power
A city’s climate footprint comes primarily from its residents and businesses.
Generally, a small percent of a city’s emissions results from city operations.
What might you want to do as a resident or business to reduce emissions
and improve climate health?
without impacting my quality of life - very little.
St Anthony probably accounts for less than .000000000001 percent of climate change
Participate in all of the conservation practices we can such as reducing our energy consumption,
recycling, etc.
There is not much I can do. As a retired person, I don't drive as much as I used to and have a
relatively low carbon footprint .
Energy source, more solar, less water use
Use public transport (bus 25 has reduced hours), plant native plants.
I already quit driving and our apartment complex does recycle.
We have been working to make our house more energy efficient (installed a heat pump, plan to
replace our water heater with tankless, plan to insulate the attic, etc.). Financial support for these
types of projects would help a lot .
I drive as little as possible, use as little water, heat and AC as I can and don’t use chemicals on my
lawn. I’ve transitioned to chemical free cleaning products.
Evaluate our HVAC efficiency
recycle, drive less, consume less (clothing, appliances, furniture, paint)
Curbside composting
Install solar. Recycle and compost .
See above
Start by offering information sessions regarding options available.
Combine errands into one trip to reduce use of cars. Use reasonable, not extreme, settings on
temperature settings in home. Be cognizant if conserving water.
I’m open to all ideas. Walking more, park projects, etc…
Assist homeowners in creating natural landscaping that reduces need for mowing and watering
Continue use of sustainable/compostable materials; decrease use of fossil fuels, green lawn and
garden practices
Install solar, reduce traditional lawn turf and replace with plantings that require less water
I don't think the climate is an issue.
Nothing. As a conservative (political and otherwise) person I already generally do what I can to
"conserve" resources and assets available to me. I try to minimize trips in my car (to save
gas/money, not "the environment"), I only water the lawn and wash my car as needed to not be
wasteful, I maintain, fix, and repair my cars and lawn equipment so they will have a long useful life
and not need to be thrown away before their useful life is up, etc.
Switch vehicles and energy usage to electric, reduce waste, compost , and walk more places
educate and support sustainable plantings and practices. (Not too interested in changing house
numbers to comply with newer style.)
Install solar tile roof
install solar on own house
Nothing I already dont do
Conservation, not abolition, and wise use of all our minerals and fossil fuels.
I would want to know about what tools are available as a resident , to implement at home.
End sending surveys like this - waste of energy.
Hen in Upgrade my home look for efficient appliances/ heating system, recycle/compost as much as
possible,
Reduce short trips, conserve water and recapture rainwater
reduce the amount of time cars spend idling at red lights.
If we had public transport bus service, train service for out area that would be great . I live in New
Brighton and work in Brooklyn Park.
Walk lots. Online shopping to reduce trips.
nothing
Solar panels, heat pump heating/cooling, gray water systems, urban gardening prioritizing food,
increased pedestrian prioritized or pedestrian only thoroughfares,
I would love if the city was better at providing info and resources for us to make changes to our
homes. I wanted solar and didn’t know who to call, ended up with one of the groups accused by the
AG of being a scammer. So- a person or resource guide on contractors, what to do to get the biggest
bang for our buck, and help finding out about financial incentives. Maybe incentives like property tax
freezes or something for those making big improvements. Publicly available charging stations for
EVs. Curbside compost .
Energy efficient appliances, plant shade trees to reduce need for AC, consume less meat , drive and
fly less, purchase electric vehicle
Recycle, compost , don’t spray chemicals….
Efficient cars, sources of electricity, etc.
Buy a hybrid car
Créate a drought-resistant yard, recycling, walk to school more o en.
Install solar panels when it makes sense from a financial perspective.
Support & help fund projects like solar, curbside composting, geothermal
Make my home more energy efficient . Bike more places. Adopt more low-waste practices.
We plan to buy an electric vehicle (we’re a one car family) in the next 3-5 years. We also want to put
solar panels on our roof. We do not use chemicals on our lawn and plant only bee/pollinator friendly
plants.
I would like to do many of the things I mentioned in #7.
Invest in solar, compost , reduce emissions by biking or walking (with safe routes with the city,
educate others and our youth about the impact they can have
We're transistioning to electric yard care equipment . Plan to purchase EV in next 5 yrs. Making an
effort to bike to work/school occasionally. Practicing "green" lawn care. Plan to plant 2-3 trees on our
property. Investing in electric and efficient appliances.
Unsure
Mandatory recycling. limits on water use via higher fees, grants to replace high energy use
appliances like A/C
Drive a gas powered car less. Do not do single errands but a group. Keep your house cooler in the
winter and warmer in the summer to reduce energy needs
I will continue to unplug my unused electrical items. I will continue to compost and recycle. I will also
try to bike and walk more.
Unknown, I defer to climate experts for what local municipalities and individuals can do to make an
impact .
We are on-board with any measures that make our community cleaner and better prepared for
climate change. We are a one -car household and we plan to buy an electric vehicle in the next 5
years. All of our lawn equipment is electric. We do not spray our lawn and we have planted drought-
resistant , native plants.
Bike and walk more if sidewalks available
Bike and walk more if sidewalks available
We added solar to our home already, would like to purchase an EV for our next car
I think as a regular citizen, I would benefit from an education moment from the city on how to do
this.
Produce less waste, monitor our heating and cooling systems—increase & decrease as necessary,
walk when appropriate. Would love to have alternative sources of energy.
Use less
Install emissions-friendly exhaust stacks on manufacturing plants, enforce appropriate waste
disposal, enforce vehicular emissions (many diesel-powered vehicles including school buses are
driving around spewing out black smoke), residential chimneys are the most perceivably prominent
polluter in Saint Anthony - even when it 's not cold chimneys are spewing out harsh smoke that 's
painful to the respiratory system. Sore throat & lungs is a sure indicator the weather has gotten
colder but continues well into spring & past .
Drive less access more spaces on foot
Pick up garbage and that is all that is needed
Affordable Solar. Electric vehicles with easy access to charging stations locally in our neighborhood,
or assistance for installing charging stations at home. Have better access and safety around walking
and biking.
Reduce my individual household consumption of energy and water, as well as reduce my
household’s waste output (focusing on reduced consumption of plastics, educated/correct recycling,
and year round composting).
Individuals can ensure all single -use plastics become multi-use (i.e. instead of buying ziplock bags,
reuse bags from items such as shredded cheese, dried fruit , freer goods etc). Individuals can also
engage in home composting (the city would need to loosen some of the very archaic constraints on
home composting). Businesses can STOP providing free single -use plastics for shopping bags and
eliminate default freebies such as forks and knives, etc. with take -out containers.
What we are currently doing.
There is no Climate Crisis. The climate has always changed and always will.
continue food scrap composting drive less
Reduce energy and water use
move towards more renewable energy use and limit water use
Dry laundry on clotheslines as much as possible. I use indoor drying racks in winter. I recycle much
and use organic recycling a lot . I dispose of many items during Village spring clean up. I use the drug
drop off at police dept for all unused or outdated drugs. I use a battery lawn mower - still have a gas
snowblower though. I limit my driving - bundle errands into same trip. I buy secondhand items and
refinish furniture.
Walk more, electric car, water conservation.
Choose businesses in walking/biking distance, compost as much of my (food) waste as possible
Solar
Drought tolerant landscaping, more efficient appliances, and solar panels if I win the lottery
Bike Commuting
Drive less
drive less
increase our energy efficiancy
Upgrading to energy efficient appliances
Consider Hydrogen powered city vehicles, vs. electric
Put solar panels or reflective surfaces on my roof, be mindful of purchases
Recycle in a meaningful way, collect rainwater for gardens, grants for pollinator yards
Install solar
Reduce mowing, make St Anthony a more walkable city with side walks
Up to date equipment , and liability for outdated equipment that doesn’t meet inspection standards.
Have the city sponsor energy efficiency improvements to homes and businesses. Help make these
improvements feasible for residents who are on the fence.
Be outside more rather than running A/C with sidewalks
Set thermostat at specified levels, electric small motors such as lawn mowers, community gardens.
Nothing. It won’t matter on a city only basis. Give everyone free or subsidized trees, like Minneapolis,
tree planting is the number one way to combat climate change.
Reduce plastic plastic usage, drive less
individual composting, more incentives for pollinator gardens
Plant waterwise plants, reduce water usage, attempt to drive less. I do wish businesses were more
of a walkable distance.
Drive a car less. Never have a recreational fire. Don’t use dryer sheets which have toxins in them.
Reduce car use/fossil fuels, efficient energy use
I walk or bike to as many places as I can (I am 68 years old) so people in STA need to drive their
cars less o en for easily walkable errands etc.
Plant sustainable lawns that are chemical free and use only rain water. No wood burning (I don't do
it now). Home well insulated & maintained. Provide bee paths & plants for butterflies, bees, and other
pollinators. Help homeowners come up with and implement a home/yard/garden sustainability plan.
installing solar on every city owned building. Reducing water usage; offering curb side organics
collection; planting trees
Invest in solar and electric vehicles.
Add solar panels, but need help financially
Walk and bike more, get an electric car.
Walk and bike more. Choose green energy sources. Plant trees and native pollinators. Consume less.
Recycle. Elect individuals who care about improving the environment .
Home energy efficiency
We have reduced watering our yard, added a rain barrel. We keep our house cooler in the winter and
warmer in the summer to reduce energy use. We have also bought into a program where some of
our energy comes from wind power.
Push mowers!!!
Drive less
Maintain my home, so it lasts longer.
limit automobile use; judicious landscaping
I would add solar panels to my home, however it is still far from being cost-efficient even with the
current 30% tax credit
Reduce commercial driving access to residential neighborhoods
It would be helpful to have incentives and infrastructure, so that businesses and individuals could
take more personal action on climate change. Again, I would need to understand which actions
would have the most impact before suggesting solutions. Based on the options below Saint Anthony
Village is not as walkable as it could be. I live in the area around Emerald Park and not having
sidewalks is a safety issue that prevents me from letting my children walk freely around the
neighborhood.
It would be helpful to have incentives and infrastructure, so that businesses and individuals could
take more personal action on climate change. Again, I would need to understand which actions
would have the most impact before suggesting solutions. Based on the options below Saint Anthony
Village is not as walkable as it could be. I live in the area around Emerald Park and not having
sidewalks is a safety issue that prevents me from letting my children walk freely around the
neighborhood.
Reduce waste, recycle more, reduce electricity usage, walk and bike more
safer bike paths to silverwood adn shops to avoid narrow sidewalks and biking on road (for families
and slower bikers) to limit driving
Nothing
Have easy access to more in depth recycling options. I would be interested to know more ways that
I could reduce emissions.
Switch to heat pump heat & cooling, switch gas oven/ stove to electric or induction, switch lawn to
something more natural. (Have already taken several actions - solar, battery, heat-pump water
heater, insulation, some of windows more efficient , LED light bulbs as compact florescent that I put
in when moved here in 2009 wear out , etc).
native gardens, limiting sprinkler systems to a certain amount per year, e encouraging and funding
rain gardens rather than pushing sump pump water to our drains, encouraging greener options for
residents with credits and education.
Compost and water conservation
Work on energy efficiency at home
We have already transitioned to solar power, drive an electric car, transitioned to largely native
plantings, and invested in energy efficiency appliances, including a hybrid heat pump furnace. We
compost and limit plastic as much as we can. We advocate with elected officials. And yet .
Walk and bike more, switch to an EV, convert yard to more native plants, add trees to our yard,
reduce energy consumption through warmer/cooler heating and cooling temperatures depending on
the time of year, install ASHP, shop smart to reduce waste consumption and buy local, avoid
ordering things online to reduce traffic, conserve water use by reducing showers/not irrigating or
watering/using rainwater.
Encourage electric bikes
Full scale easy and free recycling for organic curbside pick up
Upgrade my windows.
1. Curbside compost . 2. Require businesses to have sustainability standards (compost for food waste
for food establishments, no black plastic or styrofoam). 3. Handhold businesses through the
Hennepin (and Ramsey?) business recycling program. 4. No chemical lawn treatment . More bee -
friendly lawns.
We try to walk to church, restaurants. Not always able to walk for groceries due to items are heavy &
purchasing large quantity. Try to use products that have less plastic. We also try to recycle. We have
dramatically cut our garbage. We try to use reusable bags for groceries & other purchases.
Recycle, keep yard waste out of sewers, better plan for fewer trips, don't waste resources, keep
population down, More individual responsibility for their impact on the world.
Reduce car usage and airline travel. Use solar and wind power, and reduce or eliminate fossil fuels.
Plant shade trees on public and private property. Spread the word how climate warming is negativity
harming all living things.
Switch to solar, reduce overall electricity fitting
More biking, maybe as solar, lures water use
Please stop allowing every business in, seems this was once a small and hidden community and
now it is the opposite with new apartments. Will they have to pay extra on taxes, the apartments?
homeowners should not carry all the burden.
Convert to electric heating, water heating and cooking
Collaborate with local communities of faith to see how we can collectivize purchasing and social
action
Add solar panels
Energy efficiency, solar, reduce water consumption, recycle, compost , pollinator gardens
get an air source heat pump. EV for my next car in a year or two. Extra insulation.
Change my energy to clean energy. Compost food. I live in a condo building.
Drive my ICE vehicle less or not at all.
help maintain a garden
Energy audits to find areas needing improvements Reduce waste Sustainable construction Reduce
Water use Environmental education
Recycling, composting, waste management . Energy efficient appliances, cars (EV chargers?),
walkable and bikable paths with links to Minneapolis bike system.
Anything I'm capable of doing as an old person.
electrification and energy efficiency programs in heating, cooling and transportation; increase
walkability/bikeability over to shopping areas
more solar panels, less food waste, more biking
solar and wind (low impact wind options like a smaller wind option for on top of a house)
Increase home energy efficiency and install solar panels (subsidies to tax breaks would be
extremely helpful!)
Allow dandelions and other landscaping to reduce chemical use that pollutes our water and
environment
Allow dandelions and other landscaping to reduce chemical use that pollutes our water and
environment
Compost , allow the energy company to adjust my thermostat as necessary to try to have a lower
energy expenditure, carpool when I can, use reusable or compostable bags when shopping, and
combine item shipment to reduce delivery trips.
I already combine trips, work from home, reuse rather than buy new and compost . And try to grow
my own food. All the habits my grandmother lived with her whole life.
Nothing
Limit use of water & air conditioning
transition to battery powered lawn equipment , make fewer and more efficient trips in vehicles
Stop mowing completely (easy this year with no rain), eat more locally sourced food, reduce/stop
purchasing from Amazon
The infrastructure that I live in forces me to rely on a car to get basic goods. Change the
infrastructure and I can change my habits
The infrastructure that I live in forces me to rely on a car to get basic goods. Change the
infrastructure and I can change my habits
As a resident I already recycle and compost as much as possible. I take public transportation on
occasion. I could do that more o en.
Compost , receive no junk mail, work from home, native planting, environmental impact assessments
for new development projects
Composting is an easy way to better manage waste, and companies and residents can learn to do it .
Restaurants can eliminate plastic straws and styrofoam. Grocery stores can eliminate plastic bags.
St Anthony is convenient enough of a city that residents can walk or bike to different businesses.
Drive less. Less heating or cooling of house.
We just added solar panels
Drive less o en, use renewable energy devices such as electric lawn mowers
make it more complete so you don't have to go to other cities to run errands. Make necessary things
within walking distance.
drive fewer miles
Bike, walk or take the bus instead of drive.
Reduce car use
Nothing beyond what is already being done.
Stop putting in apartment complexes
A greener house
Make it easier to walk or bike and have access to groceries and businesses within walking distance.
Drive less, compost , use solar power
We try to compost , but the lack of curb -side pickup makes it challenging (we o en have rotting
compost in our garage bc we can't make it to the centralized compost bins at the community
center).
Have less turf grass. Buy a hybrid or electric car soon.
Learn from community education some of the best things that homeowners can be doing.
Add solar so as to reduce demand on the electric grid, reduce fossil fuel use by using hat pump etc.
Led lighting
Solar program
I’m really interested in solar energy
Start composting and ride my bike more
Buy an electric car, lawn mower. Be more careful in use of water. Chemicals & waste.
Compost . Reduce driving trips
I am willing do whatever I can
Don’t know
Conserve
Upgrade energy use to renewables and improve efficiency.
Seek better electric options and better recycling program.
Replace grass lawns with native plant gardens.
Install solar, eliminate pesticide or herbicide use, have the energy company conduct an assessment
of how to reduce energy consumption.
Use my electric bike more, less driving
Replace old appliances, reduce water consumption by modifying the plantings, insulating our home,
adding solar power, modifying the temperatures we keep our house at .
buy EV cars, solar panels or join solar cooperative, better insulation, walk and bike more
Review
Get an EV
end the sense -less car idling; install smart lights
Awareness and less use of chemicals, resources
Maybe get a rain barrel or make a rain garden; get rid of the lawn and plant drought tolerant and
sustainable plants; I would like more info on things I could do.
Use HVAC wisely accepting a wider range of temps year round, increase native species on our
property
Drive electric (cannot afford it).
Switch from gas to electric
Switch to electric vehicle
Encourage people to abandon lawns. They consume too much water and require gas or electric
mowing. They are also effectively deserts to pollinators. Education, grants, tax breaks for those
replacing lawns with water wise no mow lawns is something simple and effective the city can do
Plant more native plants
alternate transportation, reduce garbage and water usage,
Wind, solar to supplement power. Electric vehicle.
Convert grass to native plants, add solar panels, walk to grocery store, add rain barrels, plant a
veggie garden,
Drive less, add more solar.
Use less AC. Encourage neighbors to compost . Switch to electric car, although we currently can't
afford it . Drive less. Carpool to kids' sporting events. Possibly add solar power to home (financially
difficult).
Seek alternative transportation options, continue composting, and plan better landscape that
doesn't rely on conventional irrigation practices. Explore solar panels options. I am interested in
learning what I can do, what options are out there, how to help others reduce emissions.
Eliminate lawn and do wildflower garden, walk more instead of drive. Keep AC at 78 degrees in
summer.
Work towards lowering my own carbon footprint .
Improve public transit - restore 25 bus service to pre -pandemic levels
Solar energy
Rapid energy decarbonization: eliminate fossil fuel use on all but the coldest days
Reduce use of disposable plastics/containers from foods, detergents. Decrease driving, carpool,
errands when in area.
Encourage walking/cycling for short trips by having safer bike and pedestrian facilities
Encourage walking more, holding onto your cell phone for an extra year, bringing reusable bags to
shop. Simple things that add up.
invest in safer bike/walking infrastructure to encourage alternative modes of transportation. invest
in electric vehicles for official use
walk or bike to school, grocery store, coffee shop. We live in a small community. This should be very
easy to do with good city planning.
Pick up Compost bins, grants for pollinator gardens/native plants
Have more EV charging stations, encourage residents and businesses to update their landscaping to
be native plants to help conserve water and improve water drainage.
I would like to walk more, but we lack sidewalks! I don’t feel safe letting my kids walk or bike to
school because of the lack of safe pathways. We need compost pick up.
Electrify our heating source, switch to electric vehicle, attend workshops about what actions to take
first
Curbside composting. More walkable
Reduce driving by favoring local businesses and consolidating trips.
Electric cars, reduction of allowable lawn chemicals
Compost , have lawns that don't require much watering, hybrid cars, electric cars,
Continue to reuse, compost and recycle in that order to reduce garbage. Consider purchase of an
electric vehicle. Food oriented business consider compostable containers verses plastic, especially
black plastic. Minimize vehicle use by consolidating errands and appointments.
limit driving, continue composting and recycling, prioritize efficiency when replacing appliances
Utilize curbside compost
I am a firm believer in recycling, taking care of all natural resources, etc.
Again, emissions should be dealt with along with trees & nature planted & cared for able to do “their
intended” in creation for balance.
Use less water and recycle food scraps.
Drive an electric vehicle. Push for solar panels to be installed on our condo roof. Support and
encourage recycling and composting.
Continue my own recycling and composting. Walk instead of drive whenever possible.
Electric vehicle, walkable neighborhoods.
Move towards electric/hybrid vehicle
Walk or bike to destinations as much as possible, focus efforts to conserve energy in my home
Bike more
less cars
more bike racks
Increase recycling
Bike more
Solar energy, geothermal heating, better insulation. Electric cargo bike.
Conversion to LED lighting where possible
Drive less, electrify my home (already have renewable energy)
I'm interested in solar panels, and more work from home/remote work days
Drive less o en: switch to electric or hybrid vehicle. Use AC less o en
bike racks
Replace appliances including HVAC
I can't think of anything. I don't drive a lot or use anything excessive in my lifestyle
Hybrid or EV vehicles, combining errands
What climate actions related to transportation would you be willing to take in
the next several years?
Walk or bike more frequently 73% (259)
Use carshare and/or carpool programs 20% (71)
Encourage my kids to walk or bike to school 35% (125)
Use bikeshare 9% (33)
Ride public transportation 34% (122)
Reduce idling in my vehicle, such as when waiting in a parking lot 51% (182)
Swap to an electric vehicle 58% (206)
Work from home more o en to reduce commuting 45% (161)
Other; I'm not sure/I am not willing 16% (58)
If you selected other in the above question, please specif y
I can't use the bus to work. Already doing the rest
I am willing. I would do more to research transportation that will help the issues.
I have mobility issues so my choices are limited. Minneapolis and St Paul with all their bike lane
moves seem to have forgotten about senior citizens.
In order for any of these to be feasible, entities outside of STA need to vastly improve the public
transit infrastructure. As a metro area, state, and country, we are failing miserably at providing the
alternatives to cars that would make significant reductions in car travel any sort of viable option.
I don't think the climate is an issue.
see above comment
Hybrid vehicle
Hybrid vehicle
I walk and bike for personal fitness and fiscal responsibility. As a conservative I naturally do these
things. Why are you trying to dictate my life? Climate issues do not motivate me to change my
habits, but nice try!
none
I’m willing to do many of the things listed, unfortunately the infrastructure in St . Anthony makes it
extremely difficult to do many of them.
My wife and I are senior citizens and are unlikely to be able to do much
Consolidate trips/errands
I am 80 years old and retired. I certainly walk for exercise. I am not interested in an electric vehicle,
using public transportation and haven't biked in a few years.
Purchase of E-Bike to extend cycling radius. There's a lot of hills in St Anthony!
We already do many of these things, but for reasons of promoting personal health (via exercise) and
economic reasons (its more cost effective and productive to work remotely) not the environment . I
would certainly not take public transportation for the sake of the environment when it feels unsafe
to do so given the increasing rate of crime in our community.
I used to take the bus into work (DT Mpls) and since the pandemic, understandably, Metro Transit
had reduced routes. As ppl are beginning to commute again, residents have not seen routes return.
I hardly go outdoors, much less drive and when I do, I never idle around anywhere. Gas is not cheap
nor wear & tear maintenance on vehicles. Electric vehicle manufacture has been underplaying if not
hiding the consequences of its production and who can afford an electric vehicle and the challenges
of having efficient charging systems available?
Need to vote out people who will try to limit our driving.
I am not willing.
I don't want to be told how to live.
Some of the above are not applicable to me such as biking as transpiration mode (I only bike
recreationally) and using bike share. I took public transportation for 40+ years when working
downtown. Couldn’t do this now as the bus route has been permanently canceled
Fly less
Sidewalks
None of these actions will make any significant impact .
we are planning on buying an electric car in the next year.
Lack of public transportation that is safe, 24/7 availability and goes to my desired multiple locations
My work schedule is not amenable to car sharing or car pooling. I would not consider taking the bus
shopping or to events to be realistic.
retired and mobility handicap
Changing ways of getting around is very troublesome to elderly and poor people. Electric vehicles
are a joke. They are heavier and will destroy roads, poor people can’t afford and charging them will
cause higher electric bills for people who can’t afford it .
Instead of choosing to put in mixed use, properties are more businesses that would allow me and
my family to walk to fulfill most of our errands. The city is putting in more and more apartments. I
take issue with that . Also, we would love to walk more, but the area of Saint Anthony, in which we live
does not have sidewalks, making it a safety hazard for my children.
Instead of choosing to put in mixed use, properties are more businesses that would allow me and
my family to walk to fulfill most of our errands. The city is putting in more and more apartments. I
take issue with that . Also, we would love to walk more, but the area of Saint Anthony, in which we live
does not have sidewalks, making it a safety hazard for my children.
safer bike paths to silverwood and shops to avoid narrow sidewalks and biking on road (for families
and slower bikers)- i don't feel safe biking on silver lake road or stinson, or hwy 88 (to get to quarry
or to roseville shops)
We already do all these things.
Please provide measurable effects for each proposed action; i.e. how many degrees of warming
would be achieved by each proposed action.
I am willing to walk to work. We use battery snowblower or clear drive way by hand. We use battery
chain saw.
Avoid stop and go traffic and stop signs to increase fuel efficiency.
It seems the city needs to step up and try to get more federal or local grants. Also, many
homeowners have moved due to increase in taxes. Stop allowing for kids that get rides out of the St
Anthony area and there parents do not pay same taxes as SMALL St Anthony area residents do?
I don’t have a car!
limit trips to store. I'm 76. There really aren't good public transportation options.
Buying an electric car for us isn't smart , since we drive minimally and our 8-year old car has many
good miles le to go.
trying to minimize trips to stores, reduce using my vehicle and maybe an electric vehicle (depending
on factors like cost , charging options)
None of the listed options are realistic for our situation
Not doing anything
I am already doing, or have done most of these. No additional actions needed.
Plug in hybrids are a great alternative especially if you have solar at your home
I would love to see the city provide electric circulating buses in the community to local clinics and
shopping areas.
Could we balance these questions with accountability on ALL venues?
electric vehicles have downsides too (environmental costs) so am unsure about embracing those
I can't think of anything. I don't drive a lot or use anything excessive in my lifestyle
What climate actions related to energy would you be willing to take in the
next several years?
Work on energy efficiency in my home or business to reduce my energy use 84% (290)
Source renewable energy through a program or subscription 54% (189)
Put in a renewable energy system in my home or business 51% (177)
Switch my appliances to electric where possible in my home or business 50% (173)
Swap my lawn equipment to electric 50% (175)
Other; I'm not sure/I am not willing 15% (51)
If you selected other in the above question, please specif y
My family has already done the above with our home.
I'm willing to do anything I can. I'm a retired senior living a 55+ apartment complex.
We need information sessions. Many of us have no idea what our options might be
I don't think the climate is an issue.
If/when these types of changes make financial sense for me I may consider investing in them but I
will not make changes based on "helping to save the environment" as I do no believe making these
changes will have a direct impact on climate change. Nor do I believe that climate change is
inherently a bad thing or that humankind can control the climate by making these kinds of changes.
I do not believe that changing from gas to all electric is the answer. We need to use all available
sources of energy ( coal, wind solar &Nuclear)
I will only consider making these changes if and when it becomes financially feasible and affordable.
Before I would do any of the above, I would need to have some concrete evidence that these options
make a difference and are cost effective for my family. I love my gas appliances and especially my
gas cook top So many of these ideas are government driven, and the media buys into it . I believe
there is a herd mentality with climate change. California is a good example - they are passing
unbelievable laws!
We are looking into planting a pollinator yard.
switch to solar powered wherever possible as well
Note: we have already done most of these things
I rent , my appliances are all electric with the exception of centralized gas heating. The landlord is
responsible for lawn maintenance and their vendor uses old gas powered lawn mowers & blowers
that are both loud and emit fuel fumes and odors. Over the years I've kept diligence in reducing
waste, it's an accompanying benefit of responsible spending.
I will clean up a er myself as far as garbage. beyond that I will not do anything else.
I am not willing.
I don't want to be told how to live.
Some of the above would require financial help.
None of these actions will make any significant impact to our climate, but could add thousands of
dollars per household in new expenses.
(Have already switched all yard equipment including snowblower to battery-powered; already am a
solar farm subscriber)
Eat less meat/support sustainable businesses and farms
Already doing all of the above that I can do
Keep yard clean and maintained to avoid energy use necessary for a huge clean up endeavour.
We already do most of these things.
Again, please provide measurable outcomes for each of the projposed actions
Educate residents on how to plant and maintain drought resistant lawns and gardens
We have done spray foam insulation in garage & basement of home. We did new jell insulation in
walls of house on main floor. We did more insulation in attic of house. We are looking at installing
solar panels on roof of house.
Stop using toxic chemicals and pesticides.
As a OLDER and long term resident , i do not wish to be the one to keep supporting those who take
advantage and use our small community of what once was.. Question posed. "Why is it that the many
Columbia Heights residents attend St Anthony high school?
Are there options for people in apartments?
If we still owned a home we would have a renewable energy system installed and switch to all
electric powered equipment .
potentially swap lawn equipment , but that is a financial impact that may be out of our reach
My home is already energy efficient . The other options are not cost effective.
Our power grid can’t support all electric appliances and vehicles. I can not an electric vehicle. Or the
necessary equipment to charge it . Will we truly be able to heat and cool our homes? Do we really
want to rely on other countries for the needed battery components?
We have solar panels on our home.
I live in a condominium so personal choices are limited to what the association is currently doing.
plant more pollinating plants for bees, plant more trees for air quality
Already doing most of these out of a sense of responsibility and thri . They have nothing to do with
climate change!
Electric lawn equipment is evn btter if you have solar on your home
I don’t know what is most impactful at this time.
I would like to make my home more energy efficient .
Replace my lawn with something that doesn’t need watering or mowing.
Give up the traditional lawn
Again….how about planting…..planting…..planting??? No question yet regarding natures ability to
correct our abuse if we give it a chance!!!!
I would very much like to see movement in the areas I have listed above. Since I live in a condo, it
means encouraging my H O Way to follow some of these steps.
we live in a HOA community so have restrictions on installing solar etc. and also no control over how
lawn service does its work
I am a child, so I can't do any of the above
I have new appliances. I don't drive a lot
What climate actions related to waste would you be willing to take in the
next several years?
Reduce usage of materials overall 68% (241)
Recycle at home or in my business 85% (300)
Compost either at home or in my business or using a drop site or service 74% (262)
Reuse as much as possible 80% (283)
Seek out repair services as much as possible 61% (216)
Reduce my food waste 70% (248)
Consider salvaging instead of demolishing in my home or business 36% (127)
Purchase salvaged or reused items when possible 55% (195)
Other; I'm not sure/I am not willing 8% (30)
If you selected other in the above question, please specif y
Need clarification on recycling. Easier instructions what is recyclable.
I don't think the climate is an issue.
I already do most all of these things (and the ones in the next question related to water) because, as
a conservative person, it just makes sense. I don't do them to "help save the environment" I do them
because I want to be a good steward of the resources (time, money, etc.) I have been blessed with.
Curbside organic pick-up would would be much better than dropping off
Curbside organic pick-up would would be much better than dropping off
I naturally do all of these things. This is common sense and part of being personally responsible. Do
you think we are idiots?
We already do most of the things listed above, and also below (there wasn’t a space to explain
‘other’ for the question below).
Purchase fewer plastic goods
Purchasing items with low-waste packaging. Shopping more o en in the "bulk aisle". Bringing
reusable containers to restaurants/coffee shops. Using up whatever we buy.
Reduce use of single -use plastics.
My household has already practiced the above for the last 3+ decades. I rent , whatever I have
control of is economical, efficient and beneficial to my family & likely to my neighbors. I don't burn
waste in my chimney because I don't have one, never have.
I am not willing.
We already do all of this.
I do much of this now
I wish the city of St . Anthony would REQUIRE businesses, especially restaurants, to at least OFFER
compostable containers (not plastic!). I feel it’s a terrible oversight to allow restaurants to send off
products that are single use disposables - and even worse, frequently styrofoam which has a terrible
environmental impact . I’d even be willing to pay the additional cost for the option of a compostable
container to the restaurant to offset the cost , and I believe many other people would too if the
choice was offered to them.
Require compostable food containers for restaurants.
Already doing all of the above that I can do
I already do a bunch of the above. I know that compost pick up has been a topic at several city,
Council meetings, and the council has not prioritized it , despite a large number of residents, wanting
the service and being willing to pay for it . I also noticed that our city mission changed a er it was
brought to the council liters attention that we were not living up to our city values. That’s extremely
troubling to me.
I already do a bunch of the above. I know that compost pick up has been a topic at several city,
Council meetings, and the council has not prioritized it , despite a large number of residents, wanting
the service and being willing to pay for it . I also noticed that our city mission changed a er it was
brought to the council liters attention that we were not living up to our city values. That’s extremely
troubling to me.
The climate has always changed
We already do most of these things
All of these actions are sensible, but I expect they have no effect on climate change
Currently my husband & I own a 100 year old house. We did not destroy house & start over when
house was purchased. House was mold house. We did get rid of all mold in house. We have had
house inspected & got clear rating. We have done major remodel. We have reused items people
were throwing out in remodel. Pole barn sheet metal cleaned & used for ceilings in garage. Plastic
lumber senior apartment complex tossing because le outside. We cleaned & used for finishing trim
work on house, garage & as wall covering. We repair appliances until it is better to get more energy
efficient refrigerator or washing machine. We go to local reuse center. By doing this we cut cost on
house repair but we have also be able to reuse items instead of filling a land fill. We all do this we
make a change for the next generation coming.
Campaign to stop the usage of plastic!
Agreed that we all need to recycle and re use but the younger population needs to do it 's fair share.
They constantly litter and I know as they park on streets near the high school where I am. POLICE
need to ticket them. Warnings on their car, what a "dirtier city than it was" pre Saint Anthony of the
1980's and 1990's.
We already do most of these, plus conserving water use in various ways.
I’m already doing most of what I have checked above. Something I could add is to simply purchase
less stuff.
Already doing most of these out of a sense of responsibility and thri . They have nothing to do with
climate change!
We do most of these already in our home - but would continue and increase what we do and focus
on
Use a public posting board to share used items looking to re -home
Curbside compost
I am currently doing all of the above++++++
What climate actions related to water would you be willing to take in the next
several years?
Reduce my water usage at home or in my business 69% (240)
Utilize alternative types of turf instead of traditional grass 53% (186)
Put in a rain garden 50% (175)
Adopt a storm drain near my home or business to reduce the amount of material
going into storm sewers 34% (120)
Switch to low flow appliances 45% (158)
Switch to low flow faucets and shower heads 51% (178)
Regularly check my home and business for water leaks 58% (202)
Reduce or stop watering a lawn or garden 53% (186)
Utilize a rain barrel for watering 54% (188)
Other; I'm not sure/I am not willing 9% (31)
If you selected other in the above question, please specif y
I live in an apartment complex, I believe I already have low flow faucets in place.
I rent , so many of the above items I have no control of but have always used low-flow faucets &
shower heads.
There is plenty of water. If there is not in your state, move.
I am not willing.
I won't water my grass but I will water my gardens.
We have already done a lot of this.
Had large rain garden for 17 years - maintenance became an issue because if its size.
Encourage front lawns to use grasses that need very little watering, and heat and drought resistant ,
such as sheepshead fescue and roadcrest crested wheatgrass. Have the city buy it in bulk and sell
at a compelling price point to home and business owners.
Already doing all of the above that I can do
Several of the above are already implemented, i.e. rain barrel, low flow faucets, low flow appliances
(washer, toilets)
I already do much of the above
I already do much of the above
The climate has always changed
Again, we already do most of these.
Once again, I expect these to not have an effect on climate change
Already use low flow water on toilet , shower & water efficient wash machine. Always more room to
improve.
Reduce my water usage at home or in my business- insane. Reduce or stop watering a lawn or
garden with the high taxes, good luck on this, many neighbors praise their gardens. Privilege should
go out to those in the 55418 zip code.
I'm running out of time to do this. Sorry.
In the name
Already doing some of these out of a sense of responsibility and thri . They have nothing to do with
climate change!
Turf is considered impervious. May cause additional run off as opposed to absorbing into soil
I have never been educated on this
I live in a condo, so some of these options are not available to me.
Again……..already doing!!!!!
Again, I endorse all of the above steps, and would encourage my HOA to follow.
live in HOA community so rain barrels and changing watering is not under my control
I live in a condo-limited to what I can do
What climate actions related to community resiliency would you be willing to
take in the next several years?
Join community events, such as clean ups 71% (239)
Organize a neighborhood group to build a strong community 21% (69)
Share information with my neighbors and others in the community 43% (146)
Attend a meeting related to these topics 63% (211)
Share your local knowledge about areas of risks or areas of concern for climate
changes with the City 29% (99)
I am not willing to take any actions in the next several years 6% (19)
Other; I’m not sure/I am not willing 7% (23)
If you selected other in the above question, please specif y
Not sure
I don't know what I could do.
I don't think the climate is an issue.
I'm not seeing the connection to many of these options and combating climate change.
Ensure the city does not spend money on climate activists to speak, organize, etc,,, in the
community.
What does building a strong community have to do with climate resiliency? I am a community-
builder in my neighborhood for much more important reasons. This survey is full of a lot of lies. It's
too bad our leaders seem to have bought into many of them.
Open to job opportunities related to this
I'm considered a senior, have partial disabilities and health issues. Many of the above I can't affect .
Work with my students to create a youth climate action plan!
I am not sure. I am not an organizer, but will do it myself.
Not sure
Again, please provide evidence that any of this will affect climate change.
Continue to be friendly with my neighbors.
You keep asking the questions improperly. These are great , helpful actions, but I would only
participate to discourage linking them to man-made climate change.
I would be involved in any efforts to encourage residents to abandon lawns in favor of water wise
pollinator friendly yards
Sorry, I’m not into group activities
I want to learn more about how I can help. I'm not sure where I fit within these efforts.
Again….been there…done that ….no good leadership….with those who do have knowledge pushed to
the curb. Sick control issues.!
What resources, tools, information or other support do you need from the city
to reach your own climate goals?
None
Making EV charging more available is going to become more of an issue for all of us.
Subsidize. With the high taxes we are paying already, I don't have funds to do anything else.
I really don't know.
Free or reduced cost items, for instance rain barrels, free tree planting, grants for eco-friendly home
projects.
Newsletters
Direct information based on age of the housing stock .
Curbside composting. More resources on permaculture, creating rain gardens etc
Information about pollinators gardens
Publications/communication about all available assistance from the city, and what entities outside
the city provide programs that are applicable here, as well as financial assistance. Preferably having
a publication specific to the climate, rather than having to dig through the rest of the community
information to try to find it . If there is an email newsletter specific to this as well, that would also
work.
Someone to come to my home and advise me.
Home energy audit
A digital and many will need paper brochure with program partners and events:
Info on current and future programs that support actions listed above
I don't think the climate is an issue.
none. We have the internet and libraries. We do not need to city to also get in the business of
sending and communicating information about climate change.
Encourage planting of native species lawns. Stop Chemical use. Over watering. Do we need a
community garden? St Anthony egocentrism/ elitism is hopefully going away--we are an Inner city
suburb like those surrounding us: only with limited scope and diversity. Consider efforts ongoing in
Columbia Heights ( Lions' potting soil) , Roseville, New Brighton, NE mpls--through MWMO
Watershed, Rice Creek watershed --Or kid sports/activities. Lucky to have 3 river park system in our
midst --maybe that can help our area share in prioritizing climate issues. Local churches have tried
to step up.MORE could be done --summer festival on asphalt is approaching.
Resources on how to convince my HOA to allow these changes
financial help to make it possible for own home
none
None
Nothing - I am well read on historical and current issues. No need to activists to make false claims,
propose ridiculous/impractical solutions, etc...
Low flow available in my apt for water and electricity. No more chemicals use for Apt lawns etc.
Open up the space inside Three Rivers Parks where the art is. Add more seating. There is not
enough seating when we walk to the park so we drive elsewhere. This park is getting really popular
which is good so make space for people to have coffee.
At a press conference on August 12th, 1986, US President Ronald Reagan said, “The nine most
terrifying words in the English language are ‘I’m from the government and I’m here to help.’” No
thank you, I do not want your help!
none
Subsidies, grants, reimbursement for property and home updates that prioritize these things,
updated codes and initiatives that prioritize these actions so that neighbors support my choices
even if they’ve made different choices,
See previous answers
I would love to see more recycling options. Some examples include drop off locations for car seats,
unusable, athletic shoes, and other less commonly recycled items. Make sure people know about
resources like Buy Nothing Project or St Anthony virtual garage sale on Facebook. Also making
people aware of available programs related to solar power, electric vehicles, etc
My HOA bans rain barrels. If the city can remove that restriction in any way, I'd love to have one
Incentives or rebates to take the necessary steps to have a more sustainable and environmentally
friendly house.
Educational seminars/presentations. City staff and city council leading by example. Small residential
grants. A consistent effort to include climate change and resiliency messaging in city materials,
programs, and efforts.
A focused, publicized, city-wide campaign to get residents involved, motivated and incentivized.
There is no need to shy away from bold action at the city level because the required changes are
becoming increasingly obvious and imminent to most people.
Models and examples of how these climate action movements and initiatives work
I would love to have a "how to" for a no mow pollinator yard. Information about available rebates is
always helpful.
Unsure
Make the plan available. Include actions that residents can take to meet the plans goals. Establish
metrics and report on them at least bi-annually.
I don't have climate goals, I have personal goals. I think the rain barrel thing the city does each year
is great - but because it saves on money by reducing water bills.
None.
what types of turf can I have that will help me reduce the need to water.
I think a big part of the plan should be to identify what we can actually accomplish locally and
communicate goals identified to residents.
More information on solar panels and paths to adding these to our home.
Our yard is one area where we haven't taken action because we don't have much knowledge or,
quite frankly, much interest in learning. However if there were services promoted that would do it for
you (or at least get you started) we might be interested in paying for it . No green thumbs here haha
Tactical and financially reachable ways regular citizens can do something and take action.
I’d like to know how the city supports any projects via Emails, or recyclable mail. For projects that
require purchases of any kind, the city could subsidize, give tax breaks or make a deal with a retailer
for discounts. I think sometimes a barrier for citizens is the cost .
Effective indoor air filtration and indoor water filtration.
Public grants for upgrading old appliances or adding renewable energy
none
Grants. Enforcement . Leadership in decision making.
Incentives and transparent reporting motivate actions (studies show this). I’d like to see the city
consider ways we could create incentives for community members to implement some of the
changes in the above questions. I’d also like to see the city at least explore the idea of reporting out
(publicly) household level consumption data, providing positive signifiers (I.e. green dot , smile emoji)
for households on the map that are achieving consumption/reduction goals.
The city needs to support these initiatives with tools and resources. Many surrounding communities
already have micro-grant programs in place for the treatment or removal of ash trees, creation of
rain gardens, etc. Would LOVE to see this in St . Anthony!
None.
Encourage Metro Transit to reinstate the route 825 bus line or adjust other routes so south of 33rd
and Silver Lake Rd has better options.
None.
dont know
compost pick up program
The city newsletter is a good source of info for me. Maybe community info sessions on some of the
many above -listed topics.
I would like to see more educational opportunities from experts
More education on how to decarbonize
Resources for renewable energy options
All available information
Annual drought tolerant plant sale at reduced rates, rain garden rebates
A climate resource person to call on when needed.
I would love anything where residents and businesses could get discounted pricing by buying as a
block. Could we get good rates on insulation, new appliances, installing electric vehicle chargers,
etc.?
have municipality translate propose indidual owner goals to enable the Village to achieve its goals.
Information about funding opportunities for upgrades to home appliances and energy systems
Encourage Hydrogen powered vehicles, vs. electric
More sidewalks, organics recycling pickup
The city should be more supportive of alternative lawns and not restrict pollinator plantings.
Sidewalks
None
Educate residents on harmful effects of wood smoke so they are more aware.
We already do most of the ideas mentioned
Support to end wood burning. Partner with CenterPoint to provide interest free swap-outs on wood
burning stoves, fireplaces and back yard fire pits. (I.e. convert fire pits to natural gas.) Help
homeowners come up with and implement a home/yard/garden sustainability plan, Provide
volunteer opportunities, discussion groups, and opportunities for feedback to city manager, Mayor,
and Council.
City should make clear what exterior/yard alterations/practices are acceptable visually, and provide
how-to's info: i.e., plants vs. grass, liberal solar panel ordinances, science -based info on best watering
practices
Financial incentives
Information about turf grass alternatives - partner with the UMN turf grass research program to get
access to improved turf grass options
Curious about any way the city could help condominium residents to compost . I wish I could
compost it kitchen wastes, but dk how
Enforcement of existing lawn and home maintenance ordinances and creation of new ordinances
which encourage home and yard maintenance.
I'm not certain about how the how the city could support what I am already doing to my efforts to
conserve on water use and more efficiently manage my home and yard.
Transparency and accountability
I think this question is antithetical to community. The city is abdicating responsibility for rallying the
community and providing the necessary incentives and infrastructure to support climate measures.
I think this question is antithetical to community. The city is abdicating responsibility for rallying the
community and providing the necessary incentives and infrastructure to support climate measures.
it would be nice to merge actvities / time that families are already committed to spending with city
climate goals since time is o en our biggest excuse for not doing more. can all the youth sports
teams- and their families- dedicate 1 practice to doing a clean-up day or planting a garden? can one
of the VillageFest activities be a large group project that goes towards climate change goals? can
we make some of these initiatives into friendly competitions, like which team of 5-10 households can
together reduce their water usage or electrical the most over 1 summer with a really cool prize at
the end (paid for by a $50 entry fee per team)?
I'm at the max capacity of electrical usage until I change the capacity coming into my house to allow
changing gas appliances to electric in both my duplex units (my house was built in 1966). I was
astounded at how expensive the quote to do that was. If there would be a process by which we
could negotiate with a company or two to do those kind of changes for many homes at reduced
prices, that would be helpful. Also, info about switching from gas heat/electric AC to air or ground
source heat pump (the ground source is most efficient , but I don't feel like I know what that change
would entail).
Continue and increase awareness and education on these ways to green your home and
environment . Using city facilities and even schools are a great way to do this. Don’t skip schools
because it is a separate entity. They are a key part of the community and a way to reach families and
young people.
Education and prompts to encourage change, incentives or recognition, help with learning about tax
credit and rebates, and see the city lead by example by making decisions based on climate action
and sustainable reasoning.
Resource like the commercial Utility Design EDA program for residential home decision making.
Pollenator Pathway-like sponsorship for conversion to bee -friendly lawn. Curbside composting.
None
To be a leader for the residents to demand and enforce vital, needed changes to our current way of
life.
Continue to inform home owners about resources, e.g. rain barrels, compost bins
wish to be informed on meetings; have option to watch online zoom.
Curbside compostible waste pickup
Resources for renters
I am not sure, energy efficiency help at house might help, I do not know what I actually need.
a place/person to go to for information on rebates, tax refunds, preferred vendors, etc.
More EV charging stations
Direct info on what the city offers to us.
financial incentives for greener landscaping, household projects, etc
what options are there for low impact wind renewable energy sources to utilize at my residence
Subsidies or tax breaks for energy efficiency improvements, solar panels and artificial turf / bee
lawns / pollinator gardens; commitment to increase & improve bike / pedestrian paths.
None
As I wrote above, I have seen mixed information on acceptable recycling, particularly in regards to
plastics. Ramsey County has a list which is not in sync with the website for the hauler that my HOA
is using. It is important to me to recycle as much as possible, but not to engage in “wish cycling.”
A convenient , attainable composting plan. Initiatives for taking action on climate change. Initiatives
from the city to encourage businesses to change their ways (there's only so much I can do as a
consumer).
recently added solar panels and city didn't offer any incentive? allow trees in right of way?
rain barrels
I don't have any personal climate goals, and don't need any.
More policy and city management change
Coordinate community efforts for a solar garden, or similar project - subsidize residential energy
updates, create a packet /binder of resources and vendors we can utilize
Possibly a subsidy program that helps transition change for better water use, energy use, and
appliance use.
General education - either from classes or communication resources
more information about replacing water heaters and heat pumps so when a item fails the resident
has information to make the best solution to conserve energy. Encourage residents to be proactive
Funding! These are actions that generally have significant costs and time investments which lead to
bottlenecks- ex: people are willing to put in native landscaping to reduce watering but the plants
cost a ton and so does the time investment so they don’t take the action.
Education
Financial support
Support to increase knowledge around options available and ways to reduce cost of
implementation.
Information and research results from tests on alternative energy resources.
Inflation reduction act reference guide it a great start!
None
Knowledge about programs such as community gardens and composting.
Wind power could be an option for our house, as solar power isn't . I'd love more info and a city plan
around this, as it has done with solar energy.
information!
None
Education about what to do.
More compost bags at the town hall.
Knowledge of programs that incentivevize switching from gas to electric
Support (grant or just clarity regarding code) for replacing lawn
discount programs, outreach education
Energy subsidies. Could use less water if SAV water wasn’t so hard - the so ening process wastes
water.
Tax incentives, policies from the city that support and do not mitigate climate action. For example,
pollinator pathway incentives are given to people who also spray chemicals on their lawns, which
has n immediate and deadly impact to pollinators. Therefore the pollinator benefits are negated. Any
incentive programs should include commitments that wholeheartedly embrace change and
improvement . Also, stop having people that are not climate experts (or even aware) commenting on
the environment . Council member Jan Jenson gave a ridiculous interview on rain gardens last year
that was completely uninformed and outright incorrect , which likely discouraged people from
converting grass (which has almost zero climate benefits) to native plants which have all the
benefits.
Not sure.
Organized, task-oriented groups, or planning guides/access to experts to help guide/encourage
residents to make significant changes that will help sustain or slow down climate change.
City circulating electric bus in Saint Anthony
Educational resources.
Tolerance of steps I’m taking, ordinances to reduce lawn spraying with herbicides & pesticides &
lawn watering, more composting sites.
None
Supporting non-car transportation modes by prioritizing St . Anthony residents over non-resident
cars. Encouraging increased housing density on R1 zoned properties or blending R1 and R1A.
Education about about what I can do.
Bikeways, public EV charging stations, bike parking minimums, car parking maximums, more
sidewalks and safer/more frequent crosswalks
Not sure
Make the city streets bike/walk friendly. Connect to existing bike/walk trails.
grants for native garden replacement of grass. I know many neighbors interested in this switch.
Possibly financial help/guidance on how to install a native lawn. I know someone who did Lawns to
Legumes and planted all clover in her yard.
1) policy changes to make it easier for residents to get permits on climate related changes, 2)
Benchmarking where we are and progress we're making. 3) Increase communications and outreach
to residents to emphasize the importance of energy efficiency upgrades. 4) Create a program to
incentivize resident movement toward electric heating. 5) Start to collect updates from residents
about actions they are already taking.
Encouragement
Curbside composting
Continue to provide information for best practices.
Laws banning chemical usage on lawns
Mandate the use of compostable and/or recyclables for restaurant business. Black plastic can not
be easily recycled by single sort recyclers. Promote the use of electric vehicles and alternative
energy with tax incentives.
continued education
STRONG LEADERSHIP from knowledgeable people….NOTfrom those that just want to be on stage!!!
Organics pick up.
Accessible car charging stations
More info on local renewable energy options
more info on recycling info
Please provide resources for me to learn more about everything
Public information . Community Earth Day events
Official city endorsement of alternative lawn options; additional bicycle infrastructure; a plan to
switch away from natural gas
Grants to assist with costs, community events (clean up information)
Electric car charging stations, home energy audits-lists of authorized/vetted contractors
more electric can chargers/bike racks
Which topic areas are most important to you to be addressed in the
development of this Climate Plan?
Water 26% (865)
Energy 27% (902)
Transportation 16% (537)
Waste 17% (588)
Community Resilience and public health 7% (242)
None of the above 4% (145)
Other 3% (111)
If you selected other in the above question, please specif y
I don't think the climate is an issue.
Ensure we have Clean water, reliable energy, while keeping costs low
Zoning ordinance updates that help save existing structures vs having to tear down to meet owner
need and city regulations
I am not an expert . I’d like a climate expert to guide what we focus on as a community- what is most
effective.
Affordable housing
I have no idea what you mean by community resilience.
Cost is most important
Air quality
Air quality, we breathe 15,000 a day, we drink 20-30 times. Stop residential wood burning. Again,
leading source of pm2.5 particulates in Minnesota.
Businesses more than individuals contribute to global warming. So we should develop a plan that
focuses specifically on businesses.
This is a very ill-designed question.
Most of what is in this plan will destroy St Anthony.
Being asked to rank these priorities, without knowledge of which areas will have the most impact
against our climate goals or what our climate goals are prevents me from answering this question.
Being asked to rank these priorities, without knowledge of which areas will have the most impact
against our climate goals or what our climate goals are prevents me from answering this question.
safer bike paths to silverwood and shops to avoid narrow sidewalks and biking on road (for families
and slower bikers)
This is an impossible and artificial exercise. All these things are important and work together.
St A is so small transportation isn't actionable unless in combination w other cities. But critically
important . I wanted to take public transport downtown but it was so unreliable and slow it wasn't
feasible.
I don’t think using city resources to address climate should be a priority. City resources should be
focused on safety.
No plan required!
This question requiring allocation is very confusing. I did my best!
Building code reform
How do you want to be involved in creating this plan? (e.g., participate in
discussions, follow updates on the city’s website, social media, or newsletter,
respond to another survey, attend or volunteer at outreach events, help get
family and friends involved, etc.).
Not involved. I'm hoping to move out of St Anthony within next year. Taxes are too high.
follow up on city's website, respond to surveys, attend events.
follow updates on city's website, social media, participate in discussions
discussions, newsletter
Attend event
I don't know.
Follow updates. Because of working 43 years as an environmental professional, I can “translate”
technical and scientific descriptions into information which can be useful for public implementation.
keep updated on ways to use less consumables
All of above
Participate in discussions, follow updates on social media or newsletter
A climate specific newsletter or email subscription would be best
Not at all
Participate in by discussions and receive updates .
Social media. Survey. Discussions and events
Open to all of the above suggestions
I don't think the climate is an issue.
I have no need to be involved and neither should the city.
Volunteer/out reach, meetings/discussion, see updates on website/socials/& newsletter, happy to do
updated or more focused surverys
Another survey
I do not want any $ spent on this.
Follow progress via social media, social media in and city newsletter, take another survey, attend an
information session on the specific topic
Follow updates on website or newsletter, attend or volunteer at outreach events, help get family and
friends involved
survey
Participate in discussions
Follow updates on the cities website or newsletter.
Follow updates on city's website and make personal changes from what I learn.
no thank you!
we don't need a plan
Leave people alone and don’t mandate behavior, it’s not your job
Get updates, can volunteer
Participate in discussions, receive updates from city, volunteer at events
Not sure yet .
Follow updates on city website
Respond to surveys read newsletter updates
Attend or volunteer outreach events. Especially those where my children can also be involved in.
Respond to surveys
Participate in discussions and follow updates.
follow updates on city website and newsletter
Participate in discussions, follow updates on the city’s website, social media, or newsletter, respond
to another survey, attend or volunteer at outreach events, help get family and friends involved
Follow up and educate others
Follow updates, respond to surveys,.
Respond to surveys, follow updates, attend or volunteer for events
I would love to participate in discussions and volunteer. I will, of course, be following the city's
updates on the climate action plan.
Follow on social media, surveys - may or may not be interested in in-person events or volunteering
I don't think I want to be involved. I have too much to do.
I’d like to follow on the city’s website, newsletter and/social media. I would also be willing to take
another survey.
Observe
followup updates via email and on website
All the above and any other actions that would be feasible towards this effort . I'm willing to
cooperate and help.
Follow updates
I will vote out overzealous climate change activist . We don't control climate change. It just happens.
I am happy to continue to do surveys and am willing to be contacted to discuss topics.
I would be be willing to actively participate in discussions, planning, and community engagement .
I am happy to support and engage in any way!
Not at all.
none
newsletter
participate in discussions, attend or volunteer at outreach events
All the above but not the last Most of my family and friends live in other cities.
Participate in discussion, help set up educational opportunities, volunteer to share info with others
Follow updates on the city's website/newsletter, respond to another survey, potentially attend or
volunteer at outreach events
Following updates, newsletters, surveys.
follow updates on the city’s website, social media, or newsletter,
Follow updates
follow updates on the city's website or social media
fllow progress on Village's website and in newsletters
Follow updates
respond to another survey
I am engaged with Citizens for Sustainability.
Get a plan for sidewalks funded by the city
Voting out anyone who wants to put in place an expensive and/or quality of life lowering plan that
will have no impact on overall climate.
volunteer at an outreach event
Discussion, follow updates, help get others involved
Participate with discussion
Volunteer
Participate in discussions
I am very busy with my family and have little spare time but would be very interested in any
information via printed or online that would further these goals.
All of the above.
All those points are worthy of doing
Follow updates and support change
I would participate in discussion
Participate in discussions
All of the above! I’m extremely concerned and also I am a climate professional in my day job
Participate in discussions, respond to surveys, follow on website
Discussions, surveys or newsletters
Stay well informed and talk with neighbors
Follow city's website and complete another survey.
By whatever means, I am willing to do my part in reducing my carbon imprint .
Unfortunately my work schedule prevents me from participating directly, however I will follow
updates and respond to surveys, etc that I can do when time permits
All of the above
Happy to participate in any and all of the above!
Happy to participate in any and all of the above!
newsletters, survey, virtual community meetings, fun community events
I'd be glad to participate in discussions/ volunteering as time allows. I'm also willing to share with
others what I'm doing with solar & battery already, as well as air source hybrid electric heat pump
water heater. (I added insulation, & switched most lighting to LED bulbs some years ago). I have
plans to switch appliances to electric within the next 1-2 years, & possibly change my lawn in the
next 2-3 years & would be happy to share how those work out for me as I make those changes, too.
I've been working on state energy & climate policy for several years with citizen advocates from
Lutheran churches (and helping churches connect with one another and other groups on earth
care), so whatever sharing is appropriate to that is possible, too.
Show best practices in our homes. I have a rain garden that funnels a sump pump and two gutters
to a rain garden and it is working beautifully, even in heavy rain
Follow updates on city’s website
I will look for opportunities
All of the above
Newsletter
Participate in discussions
Surveys are great . I’ll come to a meeting if it’s productive. Be a tester of a pilot program.
Volunteer. And be mentored to take a more active role
Help neighborhood get involved
Newsletter & discussion groups
Participate in discussion
survey, outreach, education
Follow updates
Website, email, text
attend outreach events; be involved at meetings and discussions please
Any way I can
Attend or volunteer in events
any of these things.
participate in discussions, volunteer at outreach events, get family and friends involved
Stay informed and volunteer when I can
All of the above! Silverwood would be happy collaborate!
Follow updates
I will do all of those things
clean up events
follow updates on the city website, social media, respond to another survey
All of the above :)
I don’t want to be involved in any way.
Volunteer, participate in surveys and discussions
Follow updates on city’s website; respond to another survey; attend or volunteer at outreach events
all of the actions listed in the question
I will continue to follow information and would respond to another survey.
All
More surveys, updates on website, and discussions
follow updates on the city’s website, social media, or newsletter
Follow updates
i don't , i trust you to do a good job.
none
Obviously, I would participate only to oppose this misguided effort .
Discussions, possibly in person events, newsletter
Participate in discussions/ city meetings, email, city's website.
Yes
Follow updates via social media, newsletter, flyers, etc.
I can learn more and start in my own home!
Newsletter
Follow updates
Newsletter and city meetings
Participate
Participate in discussions, volunteer. Prefer newsletter for updates.
Attend volunteer events
Help get friends involved
All of the examples you listed in some way
participate in discussions, follow updates on the city’s website, social media, or newsletter
participate in discussions and volunteer at outreach events
Volunteer events for the whole family would be great . More detailed projects or proposals. Not all of
us have lived in SAV for 30+ years, so listing things on the website as if they are common knowledge
isn't helpful.
participate in discussions, newsletter and help get family and friends involved!
Happy to follow updates, volunteer for community events, participate in discussions
Maybe a little of each of the above
Follow updates online. Volunteer at events.
Volunt3er at outreach events
I would participate in discussions and respond to more surveys. I think much of this can be done at
the city level and would love to be involved
More inclined to participate in things that don’t require group activities
Not sure
Follow updates
Many of these items are interesting to me
I'm open to all suggestions isted in this question.
Participate in discussions and possibly community outreach.
Participate in discussions, social media, respond to surveys
I don’t know?
Outreach events
participate in discussions, follow updates on the city’s website, social media, or newsletter, respond
to another survey, attend or volunteer at outreach events, help get family and friends involved, etc.
Attend educational meetings regarding this.
Attend outreach events
volunteer
participate in discussions, newsletters, help encourage involvement .
Newsletters
follow city updates
Feedback sessions
I want to review the dra and have the ability to provide feedback. I want to see public discussion
about what should be in it for city actions to prioritize. I want to see city's commitment to roo op
solar within the plan they create.
Updates on city website; newsletter articles.
Social media, respond to surveys
follow updates on the city's website, some volunteering
Follow uodates
follow updates, attend meetings
St . Anthony needs their own neighborhood association to implement positive change for the
neighborhood
All of if the above, but I have witnessed so much destruction & abuse, that I am not such if my
offering energy to this is meaningful. I am not alone., We DO NOT have time for control freaks that
just want a stage…. On the backs of others hard work!
Volunteer
Attend or volunteer at events.
Volunteer, talk to neighbors, follow website and other information.
Follow on City website, participate in cleanup events
Follow updates online, potentially participate in discussions and/or volunteer at events
social media
city's website, attend
Serve on board
Support and attend public events, environmental fairs. How about an Earth Day art exhibit using
recycled/reused materials?
All of the above
website, newsletter
websites, newsletter
I was part of narrowing down choices for the climate action plan
Website
website, newsletter
website, newsletter, outreach events
Are you a resident of St . Anthony Village?
Yes 95% (318)
No 5% (15)
Do you own a business or work in St . Anthony?
Yes 11% (35)
No 89% (295)
What is your gender ?
Woman 65% (214)
Man 34% (111)
Identify in another way 2% (5)
Do you rent or own your home?
Rent 7% (22)
Own 93% (312)
In which category is your age?
18-24 years 3% (10)
25-34 years 10% (34)
35-44 years 24% (78)
45-54 years 19% (62)
55-64 years 14% (45)
65-74 years 20% (67)
75 years or older 11% (35)
What is your race? (Mark one or more races to indicate what race you
consider yourself to be.)
American Indian or Alaska Native 1% (3)
Asian 4% (11)
Black or African American 1% (4)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0% (0)
White 91% (282)
A race not listed 5% (16)