Published at: 5/22/2024
Adapt Douglas County: A Climate Action and Adaptation Plan is a cross-organizational, countywide effort, involving input and participation from across Baldwin City, City of Lawrence, Eudora, Lecompton, and the unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Set in motion before the COVID-19 pandemic, and publicly launched in 2021, the planning process was initially spearheaded by a formerly joint Lawrence-Douglas County Sustainability Office in response to Action Item 6.1 of Plan 2040,1 to adopt a climate change adaptation and mitigation plan. In 2022, the project was reorganized under a newly structured Douglas County Sustainability Office, while remaining in partnership with Lawrence leaders. At this time, the planning scope was widened to the entirety of the county, seeking strength in aligned priorities and resources among our five local governments.