Starting in July 2008, the City has a new Environmental Services Division that will serve as a clear point of contact for the community regarding environmental concerns. The new Division combines the City's long-standing commitment to environmental protection and a concern for sustainability and climate change and will focus on:

Energy and Natural Resources

Energy Efficiency and Conservation

Creeks and Clean Water

Water Conservation and Wastewater Systems

Recycling/Waste Reduction

Green Living

Transportation

Green Homes

Green Consumer Choices

Green Economy

Attract Green Businesses, Jobs and Products

Foster a Green Housing Market

Green Government

Provide Leadership

Green Practises

Take Action

Participate in Regional Collaborations

Support Individual and Community Action

Sign-up to join us at Earth Day, Citywide Garage Sale, etc...

Thanks for your interest in the City's Environmental Services Division. To learn more about the City's environmental programs, please contact the Division at (510) 215-4351 or green@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us.

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Environmental Quality Committee

The EQC is a group of residents appointed to help the City on matters concerning the environment. Click here to learn more

CURRENT PROJECTS

Ohlone Greenway Master Plan
Read about the proposed Ohlone Greenway Master Plan and when it is scheduled to be adopted.

Electronic Bicycle Lockers
Read about the city's bicycle parking infrastructure, including four new electronic bicycle lockers

LED Streetlights
Sample LED streetlights were recently installed along one block of San Pablo Avenue and the City is interested in hearing feedback about the lights.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Questions? Suggestions? Comments?
Contact Melanie Mintz
Environmental Services Division Manager
mmintz@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us.
(510) 215-4339