HomeMy Public PortalAbout2008_05_13_R72 Participation in the Energy Star Change a Light, Change the World Program
The Town of
Leesburg,
Virginia
PRESENTED May 13. 2008
RESOLUTION NO.
2008-72
ADOPTED
May 13. 2008
A RESOLUTION:
SUPPORTING TOWN PARTICIPATION IN THE ENERGY STAR CHANGE
A LIGHT, CHANGE THE WORLD CAMPAIGN
WHEREAS, the adopted Town Plan promotes energy efficiency and conservation; and
WHEREAS, The ENERGY STAR "Change a Light, Change the World" Campaign is a national
call-to-action to encourage individuals to replace inefficient light bulbs with energy efficient ones; and
WHEREAS, the campaign helps conserve energy and reduce pollutants associated with energy
production; and
WHEREAS, towns and cities across the nation are taking the initiative to promote wise use of
energy through the ENERGY STAR "Change a Light, Change the World" Campaign; and
WHEREAS, The Environmental Advisory Commission (EAC) volunteers to function as the
campaign's local "Pledge Driver" to invite Town citizens and businesses to pledge to replace at least one
standard light with an ENERGY STAR one; and
WHEREAS, once the Town collects 1,000 signatures, Leesburg will be recognized with a
certificate and a press release template highlighting the difference the Town has made for energy
resources and the environment.
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
The Town Council hereby endorses Town participation in the ENERGY STAR "Change a Light,
Change the World" Campaign.
PASSED this 13th day of May. 2008.
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. C. mstattd, Mayor
Town of Lees burg