Johnson County Sustainability Coalition
Johnson County encourages sustainable and environmentally friendly practices throughout the community. To better promote the efforts of Johnson County and its government towards a more sustainable future, with a focus on reducing our environmental impact, promoting social responsibility, and fostering economic growth, the Board of County Commissioners established the Johnson County Sustainability Coalition.
The Coalition provides input, recommendations and advice to the Board regarding the development and ongoing activities pertaining to environmental stewardship for the community by addressing these topics:
- Energy and greenhouse emissions
- Natural systems
- Ecology
- Water
- Quality of life
- Transportation
- Solid waste
View the county’s Sustainability Guide to learn about Johnson County Government’s commitment to sustainability and find sustainability tips and quick links.
Coalition Meeting Schedule
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Date |
Time |
Location |
| Feb. 18, 2026 | 4-6 p.m. | Johnson County Northeast Office (6000 Lamar, Mission, KS), Room 510 |
| April 15, 2026 | 4-6 p.m. | Johnson County Northeast Office (6000 Lamar, Mission, KS), Room 500 |
| June 17, 2026 | 4-6 p.m. | Johnson County Northeast Office (6000 Lamar, Mission, KS), Room 500 |
| Aug. 19, 2026 | 4-6 p.m. | Johnson County Northeast Office (6000 Lamar, Mission, KS), Room 500 |
| Oct. 21, 2026 | 4-6 p.m. | Johnson County Northeast Office (6000 Lamar, Mission, KS), Room 500 |
| Dec. 16, 2026 | 4-6 p.m. | Johnson County Northeast Office (6000 Lamar, Mission, KS), Room 500 |
Coalition Subcommittees
List of Subcommittees
- Energy and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
- Solid Waste
- Natural Systems, Ecology and Water
- Quality of Life and Transportation
All four subcommittees meet online at the same time, each in a separate virtual meeting. Meeting links are available upon request. Please email Brian Alferman at brian.alferman@jocogov.org.
Subcommittee Meeting Schedule
| Date | Time | Location |
| Jan. 21, 2026 | 4-5 p.m. | Meeting held online |
| March 18, 2026 | 4-5 p.m. | Meeting held online |
| May 20, 2026 | 4-5 p.m. | Meeting held online |
| July 15, 2026 | 4-5 p.m. | Meeting held online |
| Sept. 16, 2026 | 4-5 p.m. | Meeting held online |
| Nov. 18, 2026 | 4-5 p.m. | Meeting held online |
Members of the Coalition
Members of the Sustainability Coalition
The Johnson County Sustainability Coalition consists of up to 15 members, all of whom reside in the greater Kansas City region. Coalition members include community members, business leaders, academia and sustainability professionals.
Coalition members are appointed by the Chair of the Board, with the approval of a majority of the Board. View a list of current Coalition members below. To apply for a vacancy on the Coalition or another board or commission, visit boards.jocogov.org.
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Member Name |
Term Date |
Term Length |
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Kim Winslow |
Nov. 1, 2024-Oct. 31, 2027 |
3 Years |
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Sara Greenwood |
Nov. 1, 2024-Oct. 31, 2027 |
3 Years |
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Piercyn Charbonneau |
Nov. 1, 2024-Oct. 31, 2027 |
3 Years |
|
Shaun Pietig |
Nov. 1, 2024-Oct. 31, 2027 |
3 Years |
|
Emily Randel |
Nov. 1, 2024-Oct. 31, 2027 |
3 Years |
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Kristin Riott |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2025 |
2 Years |
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Chris DeVolder |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2025 |
2 Years |
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Scott Schulte |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2025 |
2 Years |
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Lara Isch |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2025 |
2 Years |
|
Jennifer Gunby |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2025 |
2 Years |
|
Ashok Gupta |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2026 |
3 Years |
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Megan Parsons |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2026 |
3 Years |
|
Lindsey Constance |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2026 |
3 Years |
|
Tom Jacobs |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2026 |
3 Years |
|
Ajay Kasarabada |
Oct. 31, 2023-Oct. 31, 2026 |
3 Years |
Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The Johnson County Sustainability Coalition will publish all meeting information and agendas below to comply with the Kansas Open Meetings Act. After each meeting, we will post corresponding minutes.
Coalition Documents
- 2020 Johnson County Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update
- Johnson County LEED for Cities Certification Review Report
- Johnson County LEED for Cities Case Study
- Sustainability Coalition Retreat Slides
- KC Regional Climate Action Plan Resolution
- Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan dashboard
- 2024 Solid Waste Management Plan
- 2025-26 BOCC Priorities
- KC Regional Climate Action Plan
Contact the Coalition
For more information about the Johnson County Sustainability Coalition, please contact Brian Alferman at brian.alferman@jocogov.org.