Environment, Parks and Sustainability Committee
Committee membership
| Chair | Councillor Fiona Cunningham |
|---|---|
| Deputy Chair | Councillor Tracy Davis |
| Shadow Chair | Councillor Steve Griffiths |
| Members |
Councillor Sandy Landers Councillor James Mackay Councillor Jared Cassidy |
The responsibilities of the Environment, Parks and Sustainability Committee are to:
- protect and enhance Brisbane’s environment including the Brisbane River, waterways, biodiversity, air quality and natural areas
- create new and improve existing parks across the city
- ensure Brisbane is a leading city in energy efficiency and sustainability
- encourage the protection of Brisbane’s native wildlife such as the koala
- foster Brisbane’s development as a green and shady city with a focus on its parks, gardens and natural areas
- partner with the community and businesses to enhance the environment
- support volunteer organisations in their contribution to the protection and enhancement of Brisbane’s environment
- enhance waterway health and access as well as managing drainage and flood resilience
- ensure environmental risks are minimised
- manage the city’s comprehensive parks and open space network including bushland reserves.