the committee addresses a variety of local environmental issues. A significant portion of the meeting focuses on the challenge of groundhogs damaging community gardens, with suggestions on potential solutions and resource sharing. The committee also elects three new members, including Mike Thompson from Republic Services, to fill open seats. Updates on waste management initiatives, such as EPS recycling and the use of AI cameras on recycling trucks, are provided. The committee considers the possibility of promoting green burials within the city and discusses the ecological impacts of outdoor cats. New business includes planning for upcoming environmental events and collaborations, such as Arbor Day and Earth Day activities.