Title
A resolution to declare April 22, 2010 as Earth Day in the City of Columbus and to encourage the community to support and participate in Earth Day 2010: The Update.
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WHEREAS, a sound natural environment is the foundation of a healthy society and a robust economy; and
WHEREAS, human activities around the world are causing severe environmental damage that threatens human health and our planet's ability to sustain a diverse community of life; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbus and its citizens can do much to reduce environmental degradation and contribute to building a more sustainable society by addressing issues such as energy use, transportation, waste prevention, water conservation, and sprawl; and
WHEREAS, the environmental realities of our time require humans to make a dramatic shift in our relationship to the Earth and we acknowledge our collective responsibility for environmental education, stewardship and community sustainability; and
WHEREAS, there are sound economic, environmental and social reasons for the City of Columbus and our citizens to be more active in protecting our Earth; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That we do hereby declare April 22, 2010 as "Earth Day" in the City of Columbus and commit to undertaking short and long-term programs and projects that enhance our community's environment and economy;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That we do encourage Columbus residents, businesses, organizations, schools, clubs, congregations, and neighborhoods to support the efforts of Green Columbus during their Earth Day 2010: The Update event and urge citizens to not only participate in Earth Day activities, but also engage in environmentally sound practices every day.