CC Resolution 2008-009
RESOLUTION NO. 2008-009
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA AGREEING TO PARTICIPATE
IN THE CV AG ENERGY CONSERVATION AND
RESOURCE SUSTAINABILlTY PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Coachella Valley is committed to a regional effort to
adopt policies and implement programs which foster and encourage conservation
and resource sustainability through wise stewardship of our resources, promotion
of energy efficient technology and programs in current and planned municipal
activities, and the delivery of education and information regarding individual options
for reducing energy use and conservation of resources; and
WHEREAS, the Coachella Valley has abundant solar, wind, and
geothermal resources and there is economic opportunity in developing these
resources to reduce our dependence on non-renewable energy sources and expand
our use of renewable energy sources; and
WHEREAS, reducing our energy use will result in cleaner air which is a
critical factor in preserving the Coachella Valley quality of life and economy, and
the fabulous views for which it is known by tourists and residents alike; and
WHEREAS, cities across the country and nations around the world are
adopting programs and policies that provide economic and quality of life benefits
such as reduced energy bills, air quality improvements, open space conservation,
reduced traffic congestion, improved transportation choices, and economic
development and job creation through energy conservation and the development of
new energy technologies; and
WHEREAS. state and local governments throughout the United States
are adopting emission reduction and conservation targets and programs and this
leadership is broad based. bipartisan and collaborative; and
WHEREAS, the Coachella Valley supports regional efforts such as the
Green Valley Initiative to empower. encourage and promote principles of
sustainability through education, training, cooperation and leading by example, and
to transform Riverside and San Bernardino counties into a center of green
technology; and
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CVAG Energv Conservation
&: Resource Sustainability Program
Adopted: March 4. 2008
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WHEREAS, the US Conference of Mayors has previously adopted the
U.S. Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement calling for cities, communities and the
federal government to take actions supporting conservation and other efforts to
reduce global warming pollution and address impacts to climate change; and
WHEREAS. the Executive Committee of the Coachella Valley
Association of Governments has unanimously adopted a regional conservation goal
to reduce valley-wide per capita energy consumption by 10% by 2012;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of La Ouinta
endorses the U.S. Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement and agrees to join the
Coachella Valley Energy Conservation Initiative and hereby adopts the Initiative
Energy Conservation goals, including the regional conservation goal to reduce
valley-wide per capita energy consumption by 10% by 2012; and
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of La Ouinta will strive to
meet or exceed the conservation goal by taking actions in our own community to
be good stewards of our environment, including:
1. Creating and adopting an energy action plan to include the following
milestones:
1.1 Determine baseline energy use, including an assessment of current
energy practices within our jurisdiction
1.2 Establish specific targets and long-term goals to create a framework for
implementation of a citywide energy conservation plan
1.3 Develop an action plan, to include a "menu" approach of programs for
public and private programs
1.4 Implement policies and measures citywide that increase energy
conservation and efficiency
1.5 Develop strong working relationships and action plans with Imperial
Irrigation District, Southern California Gas, Coachella Valley Water
District and other entities (utility providers) to assist in implementing
energy and water conservation programs
1.6 Monitor results and showcase positive outcomes
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CVAG Energy Conservation
&: Resource Sustain ability Program
Adopted: March 4. 2008
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2. Educating residents, businesses, visitors and governments to reduce energy
use and conserve energy:
2.1 Share information and promote programs to encourage behavior
changes that lead to lower energy bills,
2.2 Encourage lower energy use and off peak use during hot summer
months
3. Adopting model energy efficiency projects and programs and showcasing
new energy conservation, sustainability' and alternative technologies in
municipal buildings, facilities, and programs.
3.1 Incorporate energy conservation features in new and
remodeled/retrofitted municipal buildings, capital projects, and other
facilities, including energy efficient design, green building standards,
and other sustainability measures
4. Work with utility providers to offer incentives, tools, and energy
conservation programs that help individuals and businesses to decrease their
peak and annual power use
5. Adopting voluntary energy, green and sustainable programs for all new and
existing buildings that encourage market transformation through incentives
6. Adopting and enforcing land use policies that promote efficient energy use
and resource sustainability
7. Providing alternative transportation options, encouraging the use of low-
impact vehicles, and the purchase of the cleanest and most efficient vehicles
for municipal fleets
8. Encouraging efforts to reduce our dependence on non-renewable energy,
implementing programs to reduce consumption of non-renewable energy by
creating a portfolio approach to energy use, including energy efficiency, local
renewable power, and green power purchases from the electrical grid, with
the intent of minimizing use of non-renewable energy within the city
9. Promoting awareness and education about sustainability and energy
conservation through websites, newsletters, and other community and
regional outreach opportunities
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CVAG Energy Conservation
&: Resource Sustainability Program
Adopted: March 4, 2008
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FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that energy conservation, sustainable
development, alternative energy technologies, and "best practices" in these
areas will be incorporated into our planning and decision-making for the City of
La Ouinta.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Ouinta
City Council held on this 4th day of March, 2008, by the following vote to wit:
AYES: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
DON ADO H, yor
City of La Ouinta, California
VERONICA J ONTECINO, CMC, City Clerk
City of La Ouinta, California
(SEAL)
Resolution No. 2008-009
CVAG Energy Conservation
&: Resource Sustainability Program
Adopted: March 4. 2008
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
M. KATHERI E JE ON, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California