First, one must know what the problem is, and how to identify it, before they can formulate a solution. Pulling the covers over our heads has never worked.
We must start with holding our city council accountable. Education on this issue is key, have you entered any of the key words into a search? It's very easy to find.
Here are a few keywords and names you can search, if you are so inclined.
Agenda 21
Rosa Koire
Smart Cities
Public/Private partnerships
federal money/sustainable grants
International Council For Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI)
Common Core Curriculum
Local Governments for Sustainability
Traffic calming
Vehicle Mileage Traveled Tax
"Behind the green mask UN Agenda 21" This is a book title written by Rosa Koire