Climate Resiliency Planning
Climate Resiliency Project
Project Overview
The City of Airway Heights is developing a new sub element for its 2026 Comprehensive Plan update addressing Climate Change and Resiliency. This plan will evaluate the potential impacts of climate change on natural hazards that pose the greatest risks to the City’s people, infrastructure, and economy.
This study seeks to address climate change and resiliency elements that will later become an addition to the City’s 2026 Comprehensive Plan. This study will identify Airway Heights’ specific climate hazards, which will then be analyzed and combined into a unified and cohesive Climate Hazard & Social Vulnerability Report. In addition to identifying risks and vulnerabilities, this report will include a preliminary overview of potential strategies to mitigate hazards in Airway Heights, providing guidance in effective and equitable climate hazard-mitigation projects. The results will inform climate and sustainability reporting, supplementing the City’s upcoming Comprehensive Plan update.
Engagement Opportunities
Upcoming Opportunities to Help Shape Airway Heights’ Climate Resiliency Plan
The City of Airway Heights is creating a Climate Resiliency Plan as part of the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update. As we move into the next phase of this work – mitigation – we are exploring actions that can help reduce the emissions that contribute to climate change. These actions include improving energy efficiency in existing and new buildings, supporting public transit and active transportation options, and expanding opportunities for vehicle electrification.
Throughout December, the City will host several opportunities for residents, community partners, and advisory groups to learn about this work and share feedback on what should be prioritized in the emissions-reduction plan.
Engagement Schedule
Friday, December 12
Pop Up Conversations – 8:00 AM–5 PM
These conversations help the City hear directly from residents, businesses, and partners about what matters most as we shape Airway Heights’ emissions-reduction strategies, with a focus on energy-efficient buildings, public transit and active transportation, and vehicle electrification. Sessions may be one-on-one or in small groups and can be scheduled using this link or by calling 509-828-0462. A Zoom option is also available.
Monday, December 15
10:30–12:00 PM — Climate Policy Advisory Team (CPAT) Meeting
A formal presentation and project update for the Climate Policy Advisory Team. The Climate Community Advisory Team is also invited.
2:00–4:00 PM — Climate Community Advisory Team (CCAT) Drop In
Location: Airway Heights Office
A drop-in opportunity for the Climate Community Advisory Team who have further questions or are unable to attend the formal presentation at 10:30.
5:30–7:00 PM — Community Open House
Location: The Rec Center
11405 W Deno Rd, Airway Heights, WA 99224
A project update and input session for residents, businesses, and community partners. Drop in any time between 5:30–7:00 PM to:
- Learn about the Climate Resiliency Plan and mitigation strategies
- Share your ideas related to climate mitigation, focusing on buildings, transportation, and vehicle electrification
- Talk directly with project staff
This event is open to all Airway Heights residents, businesses, and community partners.
Anytime — December 10-20
Complete the Mitigation Input Questions
If you cannot attend an in-person session, you can still participate anytime between December 10–20 by completing the Mitigation Questions Survey.
This short survey invites you to share your perspectives on:
- Challenges and opportunities related to upgrading or retrofitting existing buildings
- What would make it easier or more appealing for people to walk, bike, or use transit
- Opportunities and barriers around electric vehicle use and charging infrastructure
- What success for this project should look like from your point of view
Stay Connected
Follow the project’s progress, receive updates, and learn about upcoming opportunities to get involved by visiting our website, signing up for project updates, or following us on social media.
For more information or questions, please contact the City Planning Department at 509-244-2552, or email us at [email protected].
This project is funded by the Climate Commitment Act.
