HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Reso No 2019-080 California Clean Air DayRESOLUTION NO. 2019 -080
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
CALIFORNIA, IN SUPPORT FOR AND DECLARATION OF CALIFORNIA CLEAN AIR DAY
WHEREAS, air pollution contributes to higher rates of cancer and heart and lung diseases, which
adversely affect health; and
WHEREAS, California has some of the most polluted regions in the United States; and
WHEREAS, cities within the Western Riverside County face disproportionate, negative health impacts
due to low air quality, falling within the California Environmental Protection Agency's top 25% most
disadvantaged communities, as denoted by SB 535; and
WHEREAS, it is vital that we protect the health and well -being of our residents, visitors, and workforce;
and
WHEREAS, emissions from vehicles, industry, and even household sources significantly affect the
natural environment, air quality and well -being of residents, employees, and visitors of the City of Lake
Elsinore; and
WHEREAS, individual actions such as not idling vehicles, walking or biking to work and school,
carpooling, and conserving energy can directly improve air quality in our region; and
WHEREAS, everyone can play a role; and
WHEREAS, education about air quality can raise community awareness, encourage our community to
develop better habits, and improve our community health; and
WHEREAS, Californians will be joining together across the state to clear the air on October 2, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lake Elsinore is committed to the health of our residents, workforce, visitors, and
community at large.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City of Lake Elsinore, that October 2, 2019, be declared
"Clean Air Day" within its jurisdiction.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Department heads determine how their employees can participate in
Clean Air Day, as appropriate, and report back on those actions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we encourage all residents, businesses, employees, and community
members to participate in Clean Air Day and help clear the air for all Californians.
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ATTEST:
Mark Mahan
Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE )
I, Mark Mahan, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, do hereby certify that
Resolution No. 2019 -080 was adopted by the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, at the
regular meeting of September 10, 2019, and that the same was adopted by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Sheridan, Johnson and Magee; Mayor Pro -Tem Tisdale and Mayor Manos
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mark Mahan
Deputy City Clerk