HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-49 CCRMember Jerzak introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-49
RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL 22, 2024, TO BE EARTH DAY IN
BROOKLYN CENTER
WHEREAS, a sound natural environment is the foundation of a healthy society
and a robust economy; and
WHEREAS, local communities can do much to reverse environmental
degradation and contribute to building a healthy society by addressing such issues
as energy conservation, waste prevention and sustainable practices; and
WHEREAS, Earth Day 2024 offers an unprecedented opportunity to commit to
building a healthy planet and flourishing communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that:
1. April 22, 2024, to be Earth Day in the City of Brooklyn Center.
2. The City of Brooklyn Center commits itself to undertaking programs and
projects that enhance the community's natural environment.
3. The City Council hereby reaffirms its commitment and encourages
residents, businesses and institutions to use Earth Day 2024 to celebrate the Earth
and to commit to building a sustainable society by initiating or expanding existing
programs which improve energy efficiency, reduce or prevent waste and promote
recycling.
April 22, 2024
Date
ATTEST:
City erk
Mayor
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Lawrence -Anderson
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Butler, Graves, Jerzak, Kragness, Lawrence -Anderson
and the following voted against the same: none
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.