Angeles Chapter3250 Wilshire Blvd. #1106Los Angeles, CA 90010-1513 Aug 9th, 2022
To: The Long Beach City CouncilFrom: The Sierra ClubRE: Long Beach Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Thank you for providing the opportunity for input on Long Beach’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.We applaud the wide range of topics covered, and the comprehensive look at the very real threat thatclimate change places on the city. However, we must point out these areas which would make the planmore reflective of the severity and urgency of the climate crisis. ● Include a plan to end local fossil fuel extraction, production, export and import. This mustinclude a plan to shut down wells that leak methane and other toxins..● Include a plan to shut down SERRF, end burning of plastic and other toxic trash.● Plan to regulate and phase out local plastic production and sales.● Take into account climate change impacts on and from future major local projects.● Guarantee safe drinking water for all residents or prioritize water quality use for preservation ofnature.● Advocate for community swimming pools and neighborhood parks as “cooling centers” inmarginalized communities.● Plan for a retreat from areas subject to seal level rise, storm surges, and flooding due to climatechange.● Commit to preserve sacred sites and natural open spaces or inclusion of traditional tribal landmanagement practices.● Reduce hardscape by incentivizing the removal of structures and paved areas, and restoringnatural creeks and other waterways.
You also received a letter from the Sierra Club’s Los Cerritos Wetlands Task Force, which exploresthese topics in more detail. The Sierra Club is committed to a livable planet, and we know that localofficials can often have the greatest impact in moving toward this goal. We look forward to working withthe city of Long Beach to rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and secure our communities againstthe impacts of climate change.
Morgan GoodwinSenior Director, Sierra Club Angeles Chapter