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RESOLUTION of the City of San Leandro City Council in Support of the City of San Leandro’s Participation in the Institute for Local Government’s Beacon Program
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WHEREAS, the City of San Leandro is undertaking policies, programs and activities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save energy and promote sustainability, such as the update to the Climate Action Plan and implementation of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan; 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, the City of San Leandro is leading by example by adopting innovative sustainability programs and policies, which include efforts in partnership with community residents, business groups and others; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Leandro wishes to expand these activities, share its experiences with other communities, and be recognized for its accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, the Beacon Program is a voluntary program of the Institute for Local Government, the non-profit research and education affiliate of the League of California Cities and the California State Association of Counties; and
WHEREAS, the Beacon Program recognizes and celebrates achievements of cities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save energy; and
WHEREAS, participating in the Beacon Program is an opportunity for the City of San Leandro to learn about best practices.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of San Leandro does RESOLVE as follows:
1. That the City of San Leandro agrees to participate in the Beacon Program; and
2. That the City of San Leandro will work towards achieving Beacon Spotlight Awards levels in its journey to be a more sustainable city.