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RESOLUTION ACCEPTING $1,000 IN FUNDING FROM THE LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES FOR WINNING THE 2022 SUSTAINABLE CITY AWARD.
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WHEREAS, the city of Duluth has made progress to develop and begin implementation of the Climate Action Work Plan (presented to Council on February 14, 2022) that identifies targeted strategies for decreasing greenhouse gas emissions (climate mitigation) and for becoming more resilient in preparation for a changing climate (climate adaptation) for both city government operations and in the community; and
WHEREAS, the League of Minnesota Cities presented the City of Duluth with the 2022 Sustainable City Award at the League's Annual Conference, held in Duluth. The city was honored for its "Climate Action Work Plan" project; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable City Award is presented annually to recognize sustainability efforts by a city among those participating in the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program - a free, voluntary program designed to help cities meet environmental sustainability goals through the implementation of 29 best practices. The League partners with eight other organizations, including non-profits and state agencies, to administer the GreenStep Cities program.
RESOLVED, that the proper city officials are hereby authorized to accept an award stipend from the League of Minnesota Cities in the amount of $1,000.
FURTHER RESOVED, that Jen Carlson, City of Duluth Finance Director, is named the fiscal agent for accepting the award stipend for the purpose of supporting sustainable internships; funds will be deposited into Fund no. 110-110 -1103-4654.
Statement of Purpose
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: The City of Duluth was recognized for their work on the Climate Action Work Plan ("CAWP"), created in response to the City of Duluth's Climate Emergency Declaration. The CAWP outlines strategies and actions to be implemented from 2022 through 2027 that will help the city reach its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. Led by Sustain...
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