SUBJECT:
Title
2024 Earth Week Proclamation
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DEPARTMENT: Environmental Services
Department
PRESENTER(S): Eryka Thorley, Sustainability Manager
Councilor Hoback, Sponsor
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POLICY ISSUES:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Approve proclamation.
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SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
Earth Day - Monday April 22, 2024 - marks the 54th anniversary of what has been considered the birth of the environmental movement. The first Earth Day in 1970 capitalized on an emerging consciousness and public awareness of environmental concerns. For 54 years, Earth Day has inspired and mobilized individuals and organizations across the world to demonstrate their commitment to environmental protection and sustainability.
The Town of Erie is celebrating Earth Week 2024 from April 21-27. Staff and the Sustainability Advisory Board invite residents, businesses, and HOAs to share in the Earth Week Celebrations and Challenges throughout the week and attend the in-person celebration at the joint Arbor Day/Earth Day event on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Erie Community Park’s Post Pavilion.
On behalf of the Sustainability Advisory Board and the Town of Erie staff, we ask the Town Council to proclaim April 21-27, 2024, as Earth Week in the Town of Erie.
COUNCIL PRIORITY(S) ADDRESSED:
ü Attractive Community Amenities
ü Engaged and Diverse Community
ü Prosperous Economy
ü Well-Maintained Transportation Infrastructure
ü Small Town Feel
ü Safe and Healthy Community
ü Effective Governance
ü Environmentally Sustainable
ü Fiscally Responsible
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. 2024 Earth Week Proclamation
2. Arbor/Earth Day Flyer 2024