Many working groups have formed since 2010 each with a different purpose.  Some groups are ongoing and others finish their task and disband.

Working Groups General Purpose: Action on climate issues and sustainability in the Davis community can involve many different organizations, skill sets and goals.  Working groups are a way for partners and action oriented individuals to work together to plan activities, design new and innovative projects, or to develop policy or strategies for action.

How Working Groups Form. An idea for an activity or project is identified and developed by a small team from inside or outside the Coalition. This group brings their idea to Cool Davis (Coalition) and requests permission to become a formal working group of the Cool Davis Coalition to develop and implement the project or activity.

• Working group contact, liaison, or chair represents group at Coalition Steering Committee Meetings
• Keep the Coalition Steering Committee informed of activities through meeting minutes & calendar
• Arrange own meeting dates and venues (Cool Davis or City venues may be available)
• Recruit members to the group
• Represent the Working Group, not the Steering Committee or Cool Davis generally
• Seek approval of Steering Committee and CDF on major projects especially those requiring funding or participation using Cool Davis’ non-profit status. The Steering Committee and the Cool Davis Foundation must approve any such funding plan
• Work with the Cool Davis Communication Committee regarding the use of logos, accessing email lists etc.,
• Network with other groups inside and outside of Cool Davis as needed
• Work to keep people engaged and enthusiastic, and
• Have fun!

If you’re interested in forming a working group as part of the Cool Davis Coalition, email info@cooldavis.org.