HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Reso 2013-232 RESOLUTION NO oP/013
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CATHEDRAL CITY, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING
PARTICIPATION IN THE INSTITUTE FOR LOCAL
GOVERNMENT'S RECOGNITION PROGRAM, THE BEACON
AWARD: LOCAL LEADERSHIP TOWARD SOLVING CLIMATE
CHANGE.
WHEREAS, the City of Cathedral City is undertaking policies, programs and activities to
reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save energy; and
WHEREAS, these policies, programs and activities conserve natural resources, save
energy and money, and promote sustainable land use and transportation planning in the
community; and
WHEREAS, cities and counties statewide are leading by example by adopting innovative
sustainability programs and policies, including working with community residents, business
groups and others; and
WHEREAS, the City of Cathedral City will continue its commitment to sustainability,
conservation and greenhouse gas reduction through initiating and enhancing the practices and
policies set forth in its Energy Action Plan and ongoing recycling and waste management
efforts; and
WHEREAS, the City of Cathedral City wishes to expand these activities, share its
experiences with other communities, and be recognized for its accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, the Beacon Award: Local Leadership Toward Solving Climate Change is a
voluntary program of the Institute for Local Government, the non-profit research and education
affiliate of the California State Association of Counties and the League of California Cities; and
WHEREAS, the Beacon Award recognizes and celebrates achievements of cities and
counties that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save energy; and
WHEREAS, participating in the Beacon Award is an opportunity for the City of Cathedral
City to be recognized for its efforts to promote sustainability, reduce greenhouse gas emissions
and save energy.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Cathedral City agrees to
participate in the Beacon Award: Local Leadership Toward Solving Climate Change; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Cathedral City will work towards achieving
the Silver, Gold and/or Platinum Beacon Award levels.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Cathedral City,
California, at a regular meeting held on this 13 day of November 2013.
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ATTEST:
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Gary Howell
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APP'OVED AS TO CONTENT:
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Charles R. Green Pat Milos 1
City Attorney Community Deve opment Director
REVIEWED,BY:
Roderi •od, ' y Manager