HomeMy WebLinkAbout1878RESOLUTION NO. /;? 7({
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the
City of Kent, Washington, endorsing and adopting
Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Policies.
Recitals
A. The City of Kent recognizes state, regional and local governments
throughout the United States are adopting energy conservation programs
and policies.
B. The City of Kent recognizes that greenhouse gases, including carbon
dioxide (COz), methane (CH 4 ), nitrous oxide (N02 ), and fluorinated gases,
are components of the atmosphere that contribute to global warming.
C. The City of Kent recognizes that greenhouse gas emissions by
human activities, including the burning of fossil fuels, contribute to
increased global temperatures and climate change which pose a profound
threat to the region's natural and economic systems, including amongst
others: timing and quantity of water flows; water supply availability; snow
pack; hydroelectricity; forest health; air quality and related human health
issues; sea-level; and agriculture.
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D. Governments and corporations, both large and small, are reducing
the production of global warming pollutants through the implementation of
programs and policies that promote reduced energy bills, green space
preservation, air quality improvements, reduced traffic congestion,
improved transportation choices, and improved greenhouse gas emission
reduction policies, among other policies.
E. The City of Kent Comprehensive Plan update will be guided by the
goals and policies of Vision 2040, the adopted regional growth strategy;
the Washington Climate Change Challenge established by the Governor in
February 2007, and Legislative action under RCW 70.235.020, both of
which established greenhouse gas emission targets; and the approved
Countywide Planning Policies for King County.
F. The Greenhouse Gas Emissions Policy, Exhibit A, is a compilation of
existing Comprehensive Plan policies and operational standards related to
the reduction of greenhouse gases.
G. All state agencies must consider whether cities receiving capital
funds have adopted policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions per RCW
70.235.070.
H. As part of overall policy considerations, policies addressing
greenhouse gas emissions are deemed necessary, and the Washington
State Public Works Board has made adopting a Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Policy a requirement to submitting an application for Public Works Trust
Fund monies.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON, DOES
HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
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RESOLUTION
SECTION 1. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Policv. The
policies attached hereto as Exhibit "A" are adopted as the City of Kent's
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Policy, to satisfy the Washington
State Public Works Board requirement and to recognize the policies will
benefit the City of Kent and will help in reducing greenhouse gas
emissions.
SECTION 2. -SeverabilitY. If any one or more section, subsection,
or sentence of this resolution is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, that
decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this
resolution and that remaining portion shall maintain its full force and effect.
SECTION 3. -Effective Date. This resolution shall take effect and
be in force immediately upon its passage.
PASSED at a regular open public meeting by the City Council of the
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City of Kent, Washington, this /:5:-L day of @1"bb!r, 2013.
/ C9NCURRED in by the Mayor of the City of Kent this /§t.L: day of
ar..,kr '2013.
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I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of Resolution No.
/tf)'tpassed by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, the_
/2~ day of c;::b/v/-e,-, 2013.
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upport voluntary, em p reduction programs, including:
Provide assistance to regional and local ridesharing organizations;
• Advocate for legislation to maintain and expand incentives for employer ridesharing programs;
Provide public recognition of effective programs through awards, top ten lists, and other
program for those who commute by public transit, ride-sharing, or
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Evaluate an energy-sensitive fleet management program, to include driver training, the use of
alternate energy sources such as electricity, diesel or bottled gas, fuel-efficient vehicles, frequent
tuning and maintenance of vehicles, and the use of re-refined motor oil in fleet vehicles.
Reduce pollutants from transportation activities, including through the use of cleaner fuels and vehicles
and increasing alternatives to driving alone, as well as design and land use.
Support bidding standards and contracting practices that encourage greenhouse gas emissions
4. reductions, including preferences or points for the use of low or zero emission vehicles and equipment,
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3. them at peak efficiency. When cost effective options are possible, the one using the least
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Implement a solid waste strategy which:
• Reduces the solid waste stream by recycling, food and green waste collection recycling and
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reuse of construction debris and other means.
• Promotes the purchase of recycled and recyclable goods .
0 Where and when allowed by the uniform building code, encourages the use of building
construction materials made from recycled and recyclable materials.
2. Expand jurisdiction-wide waste diversion services to include, for example, single stream curbside
recycling, and curbside recycling of food and green waste.
3. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions waste through improved management of waste handling and
reductions in waste generation.
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Ensure that local Climate Action, Land Use, Housing, and Transportation Plans are aligned with and
support any regional plans that have been developed consistent with state guidance to achieve
reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Adopt and implement a development pattern that utilizes existing infrastructure; reduces the need for
new roads, utilities and other public works in new growth areas; and enhances non-automobile
transportation.
Redirect new growth into existing city/urban reserve areas.
Encourage high-density, mixed-use, infill development and creative reuse of brownfield, under-utilized
and/or defunct [>roperties within the urban core.
Reduce required road width standards wherever feasible to calm traffic and encourage alternative
modes of transj:lortation.
Whenever possible, urban development should occur only where urban public facilities and services
exist or can be reasonably made available.
Reduce pollutants from transportation activities, includi rough the use of cleaner fuels and vehicles
and i alternatives to as well as rl,o.inn and land use.
Reduce the rate of energy consumption through on and alternative energy forms to extend
the life of existi facilities and infrastructure.
Maintain and, where possible, improve air and water quality, and natural systems to ensure the
health and well-being of people, animals, and plants. Reduce the impacts of transportation on air and
water and r•l•m·~'"
Protect and enhance the environment and public health and when providing services and
facilities.
Ensure that local Climate Action, Land Use, Housing, and Transportation Plans are aligned with and
support regional plans that have been developed consistent with state guidance to achieve
reductions
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Conserve natural resources such as water and open space to minimize energy
gas emissions and to preserve and promote the ability of such resources to remove carbon from the
Ke,auc;e greenhouse gases by expanding the use of conservation and alternative energy sources and
vehicle miles traveled increasin alternatives to i alone.
Reduce pollutants from transportation activities, including through the use of cleaner fuels and vehicles
and increasi alternatives to d as well as and land use.
Encourage energy conservation practices in buildings by raising the awareness of employees' own
use.
Promote and expand recycling programs, purchasing policies, and employee education to reduce the
amount of waste
Establish a coordinated, creative public outreach campaign; including publicizing the importance of
reducing greenhouse gas emissions and steps community members can take to reduce their individual
impacts.
• Use a variety of media and methods to promote climate awareness and greenhouse gas reduction,
including:
o TV and radio spots with local celebrities and community leaders;
o Advertising "Green Tips" in the city e-newsletter;
o Collaborating with utilities, business associations, civic groups, and nonprofits to place tips and
articles in billing materials or newsletters;
• Design and maintain an interactive Climate Protection website and/or collaborate with other
organizations to link to the website.
• Coordinate with other agencies and outreach efforts to align messages on topics such as:
o Energy efficiency and conservation, and green energy;
o Trip reduction, public transit, carpooling, vanpooling, bicycling and alternative modes of
transportation; green building and energy-efficient design;
o Waste reduction, recycling, and composting;
o Water conservation and water-efficient design and products;
o Benefits of buying local, and information about locally grown, prepared, and manufactured goods
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Collaborate with local energy suppliers and to energy conservation. Increase
public awareness of climate change and climate protection challenges, and support community
reductions of greenhouse gas emissions through coordinated, creative public education and outreach,
and of achievements.
Work with local businesses and energy providers on specific, targeted outreach campaigns and
incentive rams.
Give priority to transportation projects that will contribute to a reduction in vehicle
while maintaini economic inabil
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by reducing vehicle miles traveled and by i
the use of alternative fuels and I
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Support voluntary, employer-based trip reduction programs, including:
• Provide assistance to regional and local ridesharing organizations;
• Advocate for legislation to maintain and expand incentives for employer ridesharing programs;
• Provide public recognition of effective programs through awards, top ten lists, and other
mechanisms.
Implement a "guaranteed ride home" program for those who commute by public transit, ride-sharing, or
other modes of and to subscribe to or the
Coordinate with other agencies in the region to develop and implement effective waste management
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Establish a water conservation plan that may include such policies and actions as:
• Tiered rate structures for water use;
• Restrictions on time and/or day of use for landscape watering as needed/declared, and other
demand management strategies;
• Performance standards for i ation i and water fixtures.
Establish programs and policies to increase the use of recycled water, including:
• Create an inventory of non-potable water uses within the jurisdiction that could be served with
recycled water;
• Promote the use of recycled water for agricultural, industrial, and irrigation purposes, including grey
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Promote water-efficient landscapes and irrigation, including:
• Planting drought-tolerant and native or Northwest -adapted species, and covering exposed dirt with
moisture-retaining mulch;
• Installing water-efficient irrigation systems and devices, including advanced technology such as
controls;
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