RES 2002-07 EARTH DAY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & SUPPORTRESOLUTION NO. 2002-07
A RESOLUTION of the City of Bainbridge Island,
Washington, to acknowledge the importance of Earth
Day and support the community -wide activities and
events that remind us of our Island's connection to the
rest of the planet and our responsibility to preserve
and protect our environment.
WHEREAS, Earth Day is Monday, April 22, 2002; Earth Day celebrates the
theme, "Protect Our Home," and involves people around the world over the
course of several days; and
WHEREAS, Earth Day is celebrated annually to recommit to the goals of a
healthy environment and a peaceful, just and sustainable world; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bainbridge Island and our citizens are committed,
through the goals of the Comprehensive Plan, ordinances, policies and our
actions, to the preservation and stewardship of our natural landscape, open
space and sensitive environmental areas; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bainbridge Island and our citizens are committed
to preserve agricultural land and encourage activities that support locally grown
food; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bainbridge Island fosters and encourages
environmentally -sound businesses and promotes the use of non- motorized
transportation; and
WHEREAS, we acknowledge our collective responsibility for
environmental education, stewardship and community sustainability; and
WHEREAS, we acknowledge that, to "Protect Our Home" - our Island and
our Earth - we, as Council, must provide leadership, tap into the expertise and
talent of our community and engage the hearts and minds of all citizens;
NOW BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of the City of
Bainbridge Island, Washington, reaffirms its commitment to the goals and
principles of Earth Day. In recognition of Earth Day 2002, and in keeping with
our mission to protect and enhance the long-term health of Bainbridge Island's
natural environment, economy and community, we support Earth Day by:
1. Inviting and encouraging all citizens, businesses, organizations,
schools, clubs, congregations, neighborhoods and families to
participate in community Earth Day activities, and engage in
environmentally sound practices every, day.
2. Encouraging partnerships between and among businesses,
environmental organizations, schools and the artist community to
help raise community awareness.
3. Co -sponsoring community activities and providing support through
City departments.
4. Demonstrating leadership through participation
5. Using the observance of Earth Day as a springboard for exploring
new avenues to sustainability.
6. Continually evaluating City operations, facilities, services, and
purchasing to ensure the highest standard of environmental
protection.
7. Forging partnerships with local organizations, environmental
professionals, businesses and citizens to accelerate the adoption of
Island -wide sustainability practices and becoming a model for the
region.
PASSED by the City Council this 27th day of March 2002.
APPROVED by the Mayor this 28th day of March 2002.
ATTEST/ AUTHENTICATE:
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USAN P. KASPER, City Clerk
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: March 20, 2002
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: March 27, 2002
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-07