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Home My WebLink About7348_CCv0001.pdf RESOLUTION NO. 7348 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS ESTABLISHING THE MAYOR'S GREEN ACTION AWARD PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Mayor's Green Action Award was developed in 2009 to recognize local businesses for their environmental efforts; and WHEREAS, this award compliments the on-going efforts of Southern California Edison Partnership program, Mandatory Commercial Recycling(AB341), Beacon Award, and the Green Cities Challenge; and WHEREAS, to be proactive with Redlands City Values of Sustainability and to assist in meeting outreach goals and regulatory requirements, the Mayor's Green Action Award has been further enhanced to include a formal application process setting forth the comprehensive sustainability criteria for the program; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS as follows: Section 1. The Mayor's Green Action Award Program in the form attached hereto as Exhibit "A"is hereby adopted. ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this P day of December,2013. A Pete Aguilar,Mayor ATTEST: d Sam Irwin,City Jerk I L\cc1erk\Rcso1utions\Res 7300-739917348 Chten Action Award,doc I, Sam.Irwin, City Clerk of the City of Redlands,hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 3rd day of December,2013, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Harrison, Foster, Gardner, Gilbreath; Mayor Aguilar NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None Sam Irwin,City Clerk z L\cclerk,Resolutions\Rm 7304-739917348 Green Action Award.doe EXHIBIT "A" MAYOR'S GREEN ACTION AWARD PROGRAM Purpose The City of Redlands Green Action Award showcases the sustainability efforts of local businesses and encourages green action practices throughout the community. Award Criteria To be considered for recognition, you must be a Redlands business demonstrating green action practices in each category below. The City recognizes that the size and type of your business reflects the overall impact and feasibility of the various sustainability measures listed below. Waste Reduction Energy Efficiency Pollution Prevention Water Conservation Recycling Transportation(if applicable) Purchasing Stakeholder Engagement(employees, customers, and/or suppliers) Based on the number of employees and size of your business, the following measures shall be completed overall. Small Business(1-50 employees): 10 measures; Medium Business(51-200 employees): 20 measures; Large Business(200+employees): 30 measures. Application The Mayor's Green Action Award Program includes an application that establishes comprehensive sustainability criteria for local businesses. This will assist local businesses with the various program and implementation measures available. The application must be completed by the local business and submitted to the Quality of Life Department. City staff will review the application for the number of measures implemented,which could include a site visit. Recognition Local businesses will receive formal recognition at a City Council meeting, which will include a presentation of a plaque(approximately$50 each)to be showcased at the business sire. The local business will also be acknowledged on the City's website. ATTACHMENT: Mayor's Green Action Award Application City of Redlands- Green Action Award The City of Redlands Green Action Award showcases the sustainability efforts of your business and encourages green action practices throughout the community. The City appreciates your active participation in this program and the sustainability efforts put forth by your business. Once the Green Action Award application has been submitted and accepted, your business may receive recognition and benefits in several ways, including: 7 Recognition on the City's website 11 Free assistance for`green' improvements by Utility Companies i Recognition at an annual City Council meeting E, A reduction in greenhouse gas emissions through your efforts ❑ A"Green Action Award"plaque for your business �� Supporting the City's Sustainability Community Plan ❑ Cost savings through improved efficiency,energy and water conservation,and solid waste reduction To be considered for recognition you must be a Redlands business demonstrating green action practices in each category below. The City recognizes that the size and type of your business reflects the overall impact and feasibility of the various sustainability measures listed below. Waste Reduction Energy Efficiency Pollution Prevention Water Conservation Recycling Transportation(if applicable) Purchasing Stakeholder Engagement(employees,customers,and/or suppliers) Based on the number of employees and size of your business,the following measures shall be completed overall. Small Business(1-50 employees): 10 measures; Medium Business(51-200 employees): 20 measures; Large Business(200+employees): 30 measures. Complete this application form along with a paragraph highlighting your sustainable efforts so the City can potentially utilize this information at a Council meeting or other media sources. Feel free to include a photo of your business to be placed on the City website. GENERAL INFORMATION Business name: Type of Business: Contact person: Phone: ( ) - E-Mail: Business Address: Size of Business: Number of Employees: Square Footage of Business: Please include a statement regarding your sustainability: TO BE RECOGNIZED UNDER THE PROGRAM,YOUR BUSINESS MUST COMMIT TO ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: Complete an energy efficiency assessment online or in-person(Date completed: } Southern California Edison(800)427-2000 www.sce.com Southern California Gas Company(800)427-2000 www.socalgas.com Complete a water efficiency assessment(Date completed: ) City of Redlands Municipal and Engineering Department(909)798-7516 www.cityofTedlands.org/MUED Complete a waste reduction assessment(Date completed: ) Quality of Life Department(909)798-7655 www.cityofredlands.org/QOL Mail or email this application to: City of Redlands,Quality of Life Department, Deborah Allen,Senior Administrative Analyst,35 Cajon Street,Suite 222, Redlands,CA 92373 Phone(909)798-7655 Email: Dallen@cityofredlands.org 1 Small Business(1-50 employees): 10 measures; Medium Business(51-200 employees): 20 measures; Large Business(200+employees): 30 measures. WASTE REDUCTI -Complete the,required measure andcheck any additional items-1�appllcabtw-!, I •Use electronic billing methods to invoice customers o Offer reusable shopping bags •Use marketing materials that require no envelope o Reuse packaging and shipping materials •Use large refillable dispensers instead of individual containers, o Replace disposable items(dishes,towels,utensils, cups,boxes,packages,or bottles of water bags,containers)with reusable ones POLLUTION PREVENTION-Complete the required measure and check any additional item' s irapplicabl •Use environmentally friendly and low toxic cleaning Ei Use unbleached and/or chlorine free paper products products o Purchase Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool •Use natural or low emission building materials,carpet, (EPEAT)certified computers,laptops,and monitors and/or furniture o Purchase electricity generated from renewable sources • Use no-or low-Volatile Organic Compound(VOC) credits to offset energy use and/or transportation emissions cleaning,maintenance,and paint products RECYCLING-Complete the required measures and check any additionall items if applicabW' o Recycle all paper,glass,metal,cardboard,and plastics q Recycle and/or reuse all boxes and pallets •Recycle used cooking oil or donate for use as alternative fuel q Recycle toner and inkjet cartridges •Compost food and/or landscape waste PURCHASING-Complete the required measure and check any additionat items if applicable�i, , o Purchase copy and office paper with a minimum of 30% o Adopt an environmentally preferred purchasing policy recycled content o Purchase recycled or re-manufactured laser and copier toner o Purchase paper goods(business cards,receipt paper,paper cartridges towels,tissues,napkins,etc)with high recycled content o Purchase biodegradable/compostable food/drink containers ENERGY EFFICIENCY-Complete the required measure and check any additional items of applicable, c Replace all T-12 fluorescent lighting with energy efficient T- q Use lighting controls such as motion sensors,timers,or 5 or T-8 fixtures or other equivalent lighting and/or replace photocells,especially in low occupancy areas like closets, incandescent bulbs with efficient compact fluorescents-Date restrooms-Date of installation: of replacement: p Use fans in place of air conditioning when possible o Use renewable energy,such as solar panels or wind o Use LED and/or solar lighting generators-Date of installation:-Counts as 2 points o Shade sun-exposed windows and walls using awnings, o Use energy efficient exit signs that use less than 5 watts per sunscreens,trees,or shrubbery sign,such as LED p Regularly maintain your heating,ventilation and air p Purchase ENERGY STARO appliances and equipment conditioning(HVAC}and refrigeration systems o Install energy efficient insulation or windows(includes o Implement recommendations from energy efficiency tinting/film,double paned)Counts as 2 points assessment FIWATER CONSERVATION-Complete the required measures and check any additional items if applicable, o Install water efficient features such as commercial high- p Use auto shut-off on faucets Counts as 2 points efficiency toilets(1.28 gpf or less),waterless urinals or ultra o Post signs in restrooms and kitchen to encourage water low(less than 0.5 gpf),low-flow aerators,or flow reducing o Plant drought-tolerant and/or native California plants valves in faucets and showerheads(not to exceed 1.5 gpm) o Install Weather Based Irrigation Controller(WBIQ system hand washing sinks,kitchenflavatory faucets,and showerheads o Apply mulch,compost or wood chip to landscapes gpf or less'). Date of Installation: It lit, dd tems itapp ca TlA NSPORTATIMt-Complete t t. �mvasuresandchecka a I nati 12 q Schedule regular tune-ups for company vehicles and check o Provide preferred parking for alternative fuel vehicles tire pressure regularly q Use hybrid or alternative fuel vehicle(s)Counts as 2 points o Implement a policy to promote employee carpooling,biking, o Use biodiesel(100%or blends)or vegetable diesel in place or taking public transit of petro diesel in vehicles Counts as 2 points o Provide bicycle storage and/or an electric vehicle charge o Offer employees discounted transit passes to encourage use point for staff and customers Counts as 2 points of public transportation o Establish a"Green Team"that can help guide efforts to green q Inform suppliers and/or customers about your green business your business or organization interests and efforts;solicit their suggestions o Provide training,staff meetings,and evaluations for o Encourage"green"practices by your customers employees on implementing green action practices sustainability QUESTIONNAIRE-Please answer the VOLUNTARY et sh, qu s ion it order for the City of RedfamIg tW understand your company's or.or ganization's green action practices to,the best of you�, a ilitiL Why did your business or organization go"green"?(i.e.cost savings,moral beliefs,competitive advantage,etc?) Did your business or organization receive any rebates on energy efficiency projects or programs you implemented? If not,would you have implemented more green action practices if you had received rebates or an opportunity for a grant? 1, (print name), (title), hereby pledge to the City of Redlands to continually strive to overall sustainability and certify all information on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.I understand that statements made on this application are subject to verification,including but not limited to a site visit by the City of Redlands. Signature: Date: Number of Completed Measures ADDITIONAL RESOURCES�� CalRecycle Commercial Climate Calculator is an online tool to help your business evaluate the cost and environmental benefits of reducing waste.httr):/,Iwww.calrecycle.ca.ggyi�ClimateiCalculator/default.htm Calculate your business's carbon footprint and learn how to reduce it at w-vvw.coolcalifomiaoryi'small-business HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL Businesses must properly dispose of hazardous waste including,but not limited to,paint,cleaners,batteries,and computers.Hazardous waste from businesses is not accepted at the City's Household Hazardous Facility.Businesses that generate no more than 27 gallons(or 220 pounds)of hazardous waste or 2.2 pounds of extremely hazardous waste are considered small quantity generators and are able to participate in San Bernardino County's Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator(CESQG)disposal program.For disposal cost and additional information about the CESQG program call(800)645-9228 or visit www.sbcftre.org/hazrnat/cesqg.aspx.Businesses generating hazardous material quantities greater than allowed under CESQG must utilize a licensed hazardous waste hauler for proper disposal. 3