HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-042RESOLUTION NO. 2010- 042
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY,
FLORIDA, DESIGNATING THE DISCOVERY
STATION AND CLASSROOM AT THE
ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER AS
THE COUNTY'S "SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION
CENTER".
WHEREAS, the Environmental Learning Center, Inc. has educated County
residents, especially young people, about the County's rich, diverse environment since
1988; and
WHEREAS, in § 255.2575 Florida Statutes, the Florida Legislature has
recognized the importance of energy efficient and sustainable buildings; and
WHEREAS, the County has been certified as a Local Green Government and
has received a Gold Certification for its efforts exhibiting leadership in becoming
sustainable; and
WHEREAS, the recent construction of the Discovery Station and Classroom at
the Environmental Learning Center showcases an abundance of green building
features, including a solar hot water heating system, a photovoltaic panel system
helping to power most of the Environmental Learning Center's electrical needs, and a
cistern that collects rainwater that is filtered and pumped into toilets for flushing; and
WHEREAS, the County wishes to recognize the Environmental Learning Center
and other buildings that exhibit sustainable measures,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that:
1. The Discovery Station and Classroom at the Environmental Learning
Center are hereby designated as Indian River County's "Sustainable
Education Center".
2. The Board of County Commissioners encourages all citizens to strive to
incorporate green and sustainable practices in their everyday life.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2010- 042
This resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Davi s and
the motion was seconded by Commissioner Fl escher and upon being put to a
vote, the vote was as follows:
Chairman Peter D. O'Bryan Aye
Vice Chairman Bob Solari Aye
Commissioner Wesley S. Davis Ave
Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher Aye
Commissioner Gary C. Wheeler Ave
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this
1st day of June , 2010.
Attest: J. K. Barton, Clerk
By
Deputy Cler
Approved as to form and legal
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William K. DeBraal
Deputy County Attorney
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