Tuesday, April 24th 9am-12pm Richmond City Hall – Richmond Room 450 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond CA 94804   Please join fellow Contra Costa County decision makers to learn about the rising issue of public health as it relates to climate change. Hear from other local governments who are addressing the issues through General Plan Updates, Climate Action Plans, and improved energy policy and practice. Our workshop includes: Speakers Moderators:  Lynda Deschambault, Exec Dir Contra Costa County Climate Leaders Joanne Genet, Public and Environmental Health Advisory Board (PEHAB) Panel Participants:  Kit Faubion, attorney, Meyers Nave Dr. Jeff Ritterman MD, PEHAB

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Quantum Energy Services and Technologies (QuEST), Inc., is offering to help local governments in Contra Costa County develop municipal and community greenhouse gas emissions inventories.  QuEST will also create Energy Action Plans that include cost-effective strategies for Cities to enhance energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.  Minimal City resources are required—dedicated QuEST staff will work with each city to produce meaningful results.  This opportunity is available for a limited time at no cost to cities through a contract with the PG&E Green Communities Program.  Contact: Tim Bankroff (timb@quest-world.com)