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5 Mr. Huja asked if staff could do some of the study, and Ms. Riddervold said no because they do not have the capacity or the expertise. Ms. Cynthia Adams, Climate Protection Program Coordinator, said staff has data collected that can be used for the study. Mr. Huja asked about the end product of a solar study, and Ms. Adams said a study would show a range of options for action to take, could give feedback on the latest technology, make suggestions on partnerships, and suggest ways to use state or federal money. Mr. Norris added that a study could also identify which sites would be best for solar panels. Mr. Huja said he is more interested in identifying specific locations rather than general ideas. Dr. Brown said the Committee discussed a study versus an actual project. He said there was interest, if a study is done, to not limit it to municipal buildings, but to identify potentials of current built landscape. Mr. Huja said he agrees with Dr. Brown. Ms. Adams said the study can look at ways to overcome barriers for the private sector. Mr. Norris said he thinks the timing is excellent, and is hearing support from Councilors for the outline of the proposal. He said he thinks the study can proceed after Council gets more details. Dr. Brown asked if staff recommends that Council adopts a resolution similar to the one adopted by Albemarle County, and Mr. Norris recommended that Council adopt a similar resolution. On motion by Mr. Huja, seconded by Mr. Taliaferro a Resolution Supporting County, City and University Collaboration to Address Energy Efficiency and Climate Change was approved by the following vote. Ayes: Dr. Brown, Mr. Huja, Mr. Norris, Mr. Taliaferro. Noes: None. Absent: Ms. Edwards. Mr. Norris said he is hearing Council’s general blessing on the Green City Strategy. Dr. Brown said Council should have a discussion later on the committee composition. Mr. O’Connell said that it being discussed by the three entities. Mr. Norris asked that the City Manager and Neighborhood Development Services discuss the possibility of an advisory committee on urban ecology. REPORT : DIALOGUE ON RACE Mr. Maurice Jones, Assistant City Manager, said Council identified race relations as one of its top priorities at its annual retreat. He said the hope is to have a sustainable approach. He said efforts in other cities were researched. He said one key to success is to have residents sit down and have a conversation, and to understand why many feel disenfranchised. He said small group discussions are recommended, with a focus of race, racism and diversity. He said the proposal is to hire a facilitation team. He said people are needed from every walk of live. He said the effort would initially be driven by City government, but residents and businesses must play a critical role. He said a part- time coordinator is recommended for one year, with $10,000 for FY 2009 and between $30,000 and $50,000 in 2010. He said staff is approaching the private sector for funding. He said the kickoff for the community dialogue is recommended for fall of 2009.