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Charge of the Avon
Clean Energy Commission
WHEREAS, clean energy resources, such as wind and solar energy, are constantly replenishing themselves, do not cause a buildup of global warming gases and health damaging pollutants, and if properly managed, will be available to serve our energy needs forever, and
WHEREAS, the 20% by 2010 campaign is a Connecticut not-for-profit initiative that undertakes efforts to encourage community action in support of putting Connecticut consumers on a path to having 20% of their electricity supply come from clean, renewable energy sources by the year 2010; and
WHEREAS, the AVON Town Council has endorsed the goals of the 20% by 2010 Campaign;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Avon commit to making at least 20% of its energy purchases come from clean energy sources by the year 2010, with clean energy purchases beginning fiscal year 2008 and increasing over time to meet the 2010 goal; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Avon Town Council shall encourage all businesses, institutions and households within Avon to adopt the goal of making at least 20% of its energy purchases come from clean energy sources by the year 2010 and in furtherance of these goals:
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Avon Town Council create the Town of Avon Clean Energy Commission to ensure that: the 20% goal by 2010 is met, and to:
- Investigate appropriate and cost effective opportunities for implementing energy efficiency measures in all aspects of Avon's public works; including operational changes, changes in maintenance or capital improvements, and forward those recommendations for change to the appropriate municipal governing bodies;
- Research and facilitate the use of clean renewable energy within the Town of Avon, which is most appropriate and cost-effective for its given function;
- Educate Avon residents about the clean energy options available to them through their current or alternative energy providers;
- Leverage with appropriate review and approval from the Town Council Federal and State incentives and grants as they relate to energy efficiency programs and clean energy usage; and
- Take advantage of unique opportunities and resources within Avon for providing clean renewable energy to help fulfill local energy needs; and further
BE IT RESOLVED:
- That the Avon Clean Energy Commission be composed of seven members including a Chair, to be selected and appointed by the Town Council;
- That the Commission, once chosen, shall establish goals and objectives and provide periodic reports to the Town Council from time to time on their efforts and achievements.
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