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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/03/1991, C-14 - ADD-ON CONSENT ITEM FOR THE MEETING OF WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 1991 - EARTH DAY CELEBRATION r DATE - - / REM/ ��►►�o�����u�����ii��IIIIIIIIIIII�1°'��►°�i� IIJ citysan luis oBis 990 Palm Street/Post Office Box 8100 • San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8100 March 28, 1991 FROM: Vice Mayor Roalman and Councilwoman Rappa SUBJ: ADD-ON CONSENT ITEM FOR THE MEETING OF WEDNESDAY APRIL 3 1991 - EARTH DAY CELEBRATION Councilmembers Rappa and Roalman have requested that the attached draft resolution be considered at the April 3 Council meeting. Normally, this type of item would be brought up under Communications and requested to be agendized at the next Regular meeting. However, given that the event begins on Friday, April 6, and this item could be agendized within the 72 hour legal posting requirement, it is requested that this be handled as an add-on Consent item with action to be taken at the meeting of Wednesday, April 3 to adopt a resolution proclaiming April 6 through April 22, 1991 as Earth Day Celebration. Earth Day, now 21 years old, was created to enhance citizen awareness of environmental issues through participation in community programs, events and activities that educate, promote and facilitate these goals. The Earth Day Coalition recommends seven pledges (outlined in the attachment)to do this, many of which the city is already in various stages of implementation. ATTACHMENTS: Resolution Correspondence from Earth Day Coalition Pledge Programs A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO PROCLAIMING APRIL 6 THROUGH APRIL 22, 1991 AS EARTH DAY CELEBRATION WHEREAS, the people of the City and County of San Luis Obispo will celebrate Earthy Day with a full week of events, culminating in the Earth Day Faire; and WHEREAS, events throughout the county will begin on April 6th and go through April 21st; an Earth Day Faire will be held on April 21st; an Earth Day Faire will be held on April 21st at El Chorro Regional Park from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and WHEREAS, Earth Day 1991 activities and event will educate all citizens on the importance of their environment and promote an environmental awareness; and WHEREAS, Earth Day 1991 will involve business, media, religious, political, labor, academic, cultural and environmental leaders in an effort to reach beyond existing environmental constituencies; and WHEREAS cities and counties have an important role to play in Earth Day to help solve the environmental and natural resource problems because local government agencies make many important decisions that shape our environmental future; and WHEREAS, local governments can make a substantial contribution towards building understanding of programs such as ride-sharing, recycling, energy and water conservation, and hazardous waste reduction by supporting Earth Day 1991. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo proclaim April 6th through April 22nd as "Earth Day Celebration 1991," in the City of San Luis Obispo, and urge the citizens of our community to observe this period as a time for environmental awareness and action, through participation in community programs, events and activities. Upon motion of , seconded by , and on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: the foregoing resolution was adopted this day of . 1991. Resolution No. (1991 Series) Page Two Mayor Ron Dunin ATTEST: Pam Voges, City Clerk _ Oe March 14, 1991 Earth Day Coalition Councilwoman Peggy Rappa San Luis Obispo City Hall P.O. Box 8100 San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8100 RE: Sar. Luis Obispo Earth Day 191 Dear Councilwoman Rappa: The planning for the 1991 San Luis Obispo Earth Day celebration is under way. As a elected official is this community we invite you to join with. us in making this a special and an important event. What can be more important that the environment that we all live and work in? Enclosed you will. find a sample resolution/proclamation that we ask you to introduce and support. Additionally, you will find a list of suggested ideas. We encourage you to take a look at this list and select one (or more) as your commitment to San Luis Obispo Earth Day 191. A member of the SLO Earth Day Coalition will be contacting you in the next few days to offer any assistance or answer any questions. Photo opportunities can also be arranged and coordinated. Be assured that your contribution--whether it be sponsorship, fundraising or pledge--isimportant. Additionally_ you will benefit by receiving_ special recognition in advertising and press releases that *bill confirm y ixr cormita ent `...o hel _rg 'i'.ck San Luis Obispo environmentally strong. We. want the community to ' know that you are helping preserve and promote Earth Day 191. . '.If you, have any suggestions or .comments, please don't- hesitate to contact us.- We want your help. We want your comments. We want your commitment.. " Sincerely, U E CI CLERK A L lS GBISPO.GA Kenneth J'. Kukuda s . Fundraising Chairman ' Post Office Box 1810 • San Luis Obispo„.California 93406 8051546-3400. `�' -” an ECOSLO event ® Printed on recycled paper ' —� " PLEDGES The SLO Earth Day Coalition asks you to take a pledge to make a positive impact on the environment of SLO County. Look around your company and see where you can make a difference. EVERY STEP HELPS! Whatever you can do, let us know. Mail in your attached pledge sheet to the SLO Earth Day Coalition. And START TODAY! Seven Easy Pledges 1. Promote a company-wide energy reduction program. Track monthly energy bills so all employees can see how their efforts have helped. 2. Encourage employees to use public transportation,walk, carpool or ride a bike to work. Have a"Don't drive to work" day every month and reward employees at a company lunch for their creative efforts. Schedule your first"Don't drive"day during Earth Week,April 13-21 st. 3. Establish a recycling program or improve on one you already have. Recycle all paper, glass,aluminum, motor oil, and some plastics. Start using recycled paper for all your copy, computing and writing needs. Recycle your own paper by making notepads. 4.Think environmentally about all your purchasing decisions. Remember. Reusable, Recyclable and Repairable. Avoid disposables. Reduce the use of plastics. S. Encourage your landlord or builder to install energy saving devices,and use low main- tenance, native landscaping. Plant a tree at work during Earth Week as a symbol of your company's commitment....and let us know about it! 6. Encourage the use of reusable coffee cups and other utensils. Provide your employees with cemmic mugs as a gesture of your concern and encourage them to find other ways to cut down on throwaway items. 7. Create your own program to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, or Repair. THESE PROGRAMS SAVE MONEY & RESOURCES AND IMPROVE MORALE. QU's of the SLO Enrth Day Coalition The SLO Earth Day Coalition exists to promote community participation in: Educating the community about environmental problems and solutions on both local and global scales by providing clear and factual information on the state of the environment. Answering the question, "What can I do?"and urging everyone to make the commitment to carry out those actions through environmental pledges. Promoting change in the individual's perspectives and attitudes about their lifestyles so that they become more environmentally sound and aware. Heightening the community's appreciation of the local ecology and the planet's diversity. Encouraging our local citizens to think about our impact on the many generations ahead. Facilitating the exchange of environmental and social information between groups and individuals. Celebrating all life! Creating positive and fun events with diversified appeal and having participants conclude Earth Day events feeling empowered. \SAO �� Oe SLO EARTH DAY COALITION SPONSORSHIP AND FUNDRAISING IDEAS S!� EARTH DAY 1991 1991 marks the 21st anniversary of the original Earth Day. This year,SLO County will celebrate Earth Day with a full week of events, culminating in the Earth Day Faire. Events throughout the county will begin on April 6 and go through April 21, the day of the Earth Day Faire. The Faire will be held at El Chorro Regional Park from L OAM to 5 PM. The following is a list of ideas that may be of help to you and your organization in connection with your participation and help in maki_n SLO Farth Day'91 a sr+ecial community event. SPONSORSHIP 1. Publicly endorse the activities of the SLO Earth Day Coalition. 2. Sponsor an activity or event. Create your own event that suits your interest in helping the environment. Contact SLO Earth Day offices at 546-3400 for more information. It's easy and FUN! 3. Volunteer your time to help in existing activities. Ask your friends and members of your organization to volunteer. Give a day(or more) to your community and your earth. 4. Help publicize the activities of the SLO Earth Day Coalition in your organization's newsletter or any other media that is available. FUNDRAISING 1. Make a CASH contribution to the effort of the SLO Earth Day Coalition. We are a non-profit corporation and volunteer-staffed. Regardless of the size, your contribution will make a diff- erence in the success of Earth Day. 2. Make an 'in-kind'contribution. Perhaps a gift certificate, or your products or services. These contributions will be used to raise money through an auction on a local radio station. You will of course receive additional recognition through mention on the radio during the auction. 3. If you already have a planned activity or event,add a dollar or two to the costs and designate these funds for the SLO Earth Day Coalition. This is an easy way for your group to participate in this important and worthwhile activity. 4. Perhaps you or members of your group know of others who could or should be making a con- tribution to Earth Day. Please give them a call. Everyone will benefit from your effort to help our community. SAN LUIS OBISPO EARTH DAY 1991 REPLY FORM YES! We would like to helo by: SPONSORING Earth Day in the following way: DONATING the following: ❑ Cash in the amount of $ ❑ Gift Certificate in the amount of $ ❑ 'In Kind' donation of the following service: 0 'In Kind' donation of the following product: ❑ Proceeds from an event: Description of event- Date- BUSINESS vent:Date•BUSINESS PLEDGE: WE the management and employees at , (company name) pledge to actively preserve the environment by (describe the type of program or change) COMPANY NAME: OWNER/MANAGER NAME: OWNER/MANAGER SIGNATURE: ADDRESS DATE: PHONE- Please make checks out to San Luis Obispo Earth Day Coalition. For more information call Ellen Walker at 541-1694. Please return this form immediately to San Luis Obispo Earth Day Coalition P.O.Box 1810 San Luis Obispo, CA 93406 If. .Cil';::....... ,� 00 S�'