May 27 CAAP Workshop to Focus on Community Resilience and Equity
Thursday May 27 at 5 pm online
Environmental update: Spring irrigation and landscaping tips
With two dry years and current forecasts predicting continued dry weather (which could lead to increased irrigation in the late spring and summer), it is especially important to check that irrigation systems are working properly and that outdoor water use is as efficient as possible…
New Board Member Welcome to Ken Kirsch
Ken Kirsch has over 30 years of experience in residential remodeling. Ken graduated from UC Davis with a degree in Studio Arts, then worked as a carpenter in the Bay Area. Over the years, remodeling became as much of a passion for Ken as his…
Take the Reimagine Russell Boulevard Survey
Participate in an online community questionnaire as part of the Reimagine Russell Boulevard planning process. Share how you currently travel on Russell Boulevard and what would make your experience better. Your feedback will help inform the project team as we begin to develop concepts for…
Cool Davis Coalition Quarterly Meeting to Address CAAP Update
Wednesday, May 19 4:30 – 6:00pm online
MOTHER NURTURE: a Collaborative Sculpture and Storytelling Event Celebrating Interspecies Relations
The Arts, Cultures, and Design of Remediation DHI Transcollege Research Cluster and the International House Davis co-present: MOTHER NURTURE: a Collaborative Sculpture and Storytelling Event Celebrating Interspecies Relations May 8-9, 2021 on the I-House Outdoor Terrace (10 College Park, Davis, CA 95616) dhi.ucdavis.edu/mother-nurture Participate in…
LOOPALOOZA IS BACK!
May 2 10am to 2pm
‘The Story of Plastic’: Free Movie Screening for Earth Month!
Cool Davis is pleased to bring you this high quality documentary for Earth Month. Enjoy! The Story of Plastic (2020) THE STORY OF PLASTIC is presented by The Story of Stuff Project, a nonprofit dedicated to changing the way that we make, use, and throw…
Earth Month 2021 Goings On
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California Clean Vehicle Incentives Shifting Soon
Per the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Funding Plan for Clean Transportation Incentives, Clean Vehicle Rebate Program rebates will soon be ending. If you recently purchased a vehicle that qualifies for CVRP and are below the income cap, submit your request ASAP! Rebates for low and moderate…
Free Compost at Yolo Co Landfill
During the months of April and May, the Yolo County Central Landfill, located at 44090 County Road 28H in Woodland, will be offering free compost to residents Monday – Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.;…
Virtual Electric Vehicle Pop-Up for the EV Curious
Are you curious about electric vehicles (EVs) and want to know more? Are you thinking the time might be right but you don’t know enough to take the leap? Your opportunity to find out more about EVs from experienced drivers is here! On Saturday, April…
“Big Dog” Lands Regionwide May 6 – Donate Starting April 22
April 22 through midnight May 6 online
Tree Davis Honors Lois Wolk May 1
Saturday May 1st online
St. Martin to Share ‘Cool Congregation’ Journey
Sunday April 18 online
City Launches Climate Action Plan Update
The City has initiated the planning process for the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) Update to the existing 2010 CAAP. For information about this important effort, the process, the timeline, next steps and opportunities for engagement, visit the CAAP webpage. “We need to hear…
Davis 2021 Climate Speaker Series: Mark Reiff on Climate Change and Capitalism
Prof. Mark Reiff March 23 2021 online via Zoom
Environmental Recognition Awards City of Davis 2021
Each year the City of Davis recognizes community contributions to Davis’ environmental quality of life in three categories: individual/group, a business, and non-profit organization, agency or school. Additionally, a special category, the Environmental Legacy Award, may be presented for sustainability efforts that have made a…
Welcome to Our Cool Davis Spring 2021 Intern
Cool Davis’ Spring 2021 Video Intern is Evan Loy, an undergraduate at UC Irvine majoring in Film and Media Studies. Evan was raised here in Davis and he has been riding bikes for transportation, fun, and exercise as long as he can remember. In the future,…
Welcome, Johannes Troost, New Cool Davis Board Member
Johannes Troost is retired from a career in Education and Human Services. His work included both policy development and program design, implementation, and evaluation. He received a B.A. in Political Science and an M.Ed from the University of Vermont. He has lived in Davis since 1986…
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"It was at the urging of Davis City Vice Mayor, and immediate past SACOG board chair and current director, Lucas Frerichs that the group reconvened and committed to finding meaningful ways to work together and develop shared priorities. Frerichs believes the agreement acknowledges the growing economic interdependence of the megaregion and will prove to be a huge bonus in the eyes of policymakers. “Alignment on a shared transportation vision with our neighboring MPOs showcases everyone’s commitment to action. It sets the foundation and demonstrates to our state and federal funding partners that investments here will lead to real, tangible results,” he said.
Four Sac Area Transportation Projects Prioritized on “Megaregion Dozen” List - Cool Davis
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16-county Megaregion Working Group agrees on 12 priority transportation investments October 21, 2021: At its last meeting of the year, the Northern California Megaregion Working Group approved the “...TWITTER FEED
This upcoming @3Rev_ITSDavis webinar will focus on the Top-Ten Strategies for California Automated Vehicle Policy. Featured speakers will be @DanSperling_ITS @Mollie_C_D_Ago, Lori Pepper, @bertkaufman, and @zoox - Don't miss this event on Oct. 20th! 🚗👏
Webinar: Top-Ten Strategies for California Automated Vehicle Policy
Webinar: Top-Ten Strategies for California Automated Vehicle Policy Panel Description:
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Biden Crafts a Climate Plan B: Tax Credits, Regulation and State Action
Biden Crafts a Climate Plan B: Tax Credits, Regulation and State Action
The new strategy could deeply cut greenhouse gases that are heating the planet but it will still face considerable...
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Just Say “No” to Manifest Destiny by Alan Taylor, Ph.D., 2 time Pulitzer Prize Winner November 1, 5pm, at Episcopal Church of St. Martin and via videoconference
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Seeds of Justice Series to Study Native Resistance and Resilience - Cool Davis
September 26, October 10, Nov 1
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(CNN) A series of potent Pacific storms are directed at Northern California this week ... the storms could lead to flash floods and dangerous debris flows in a wide swath of the region already devastated by recent wildfires.
Level 5 atmospheric river to unleash flooding across drought-stricken California
After nearly a year without rain, a series of potent Pacific storms are directed at Northern California this week,...
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