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Washington County, Minnesota
RESOLUTION 2024-041
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE ENERGY ACTION TEAM
AS AN ENDORSED COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, the City Council of Stillwater recognizes the importance of
transparency and citizen involvement in the governance of city affairs; and
WHEREAS, the efforts of our dedicated citizens in crafting an action plan for
environmental stewardship and energy efficiency deserve acknowledgment and
support; and
WHEREAS, the partnership with Partners in Energy, as outlined in our
Memorandum of Understanding dated April 16, 2024, provides a structured framework
for collaborative action; and
WHEREAS, the work plan presented at tonight's council meeting sets forth a
clear and actionable path that aligns with our city's commitment to sustainability and
community engagement; and
WHEREAS, the effective operation and governance of the Energy Action
Committee (EAC) necessitate the involvement and oversight of city officials, and
therefore Council Member Odebrecht and a staff member, Director Gladhill or his
delegate, shall be assigned to this Committee to ensure alignment with city objectives
and efficient execution of its duties; and
WHEREAS, fiscal responsibility and efficient use of resources have been and will
continue to be paramount in our execution of the initiatives within the action plan,
ensuring no burden is placed upon our taxpayers; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Stillwater,
Minnesota, directs the following:
1. Establishes the Energy Action Team as an endorsed committee, henceforth
known as the Energy Action Committee (EAC), for the duration of our
collaboration with Partners in Energy on December 31, 2025.
2. The Energy Action Committee is specifically tasked with implementing the
objectives delineated in the work plan, which shall define the scope of its
activities until the end of its designated term, thereby directly contributing to
our city's environmental and community goals.
3. Upon the conclusion of our partnership with Partners in Energy, the Energy
Action Committee (EAC) shall expire, unless a determination is made that
further work is necessary or beneficial, in which case the continuation of the
committee will require explicit approval by the City Council of Stillwater.
4. This resolution hereby affirms our commitment to purposeful action,
stewardship, and the principles of fiscal responsibility and efficiency in
resource use, under the guidance and oversight of the City Council, to
evaluate the effectiveness of the committee's efforts at the end of the
partnership period.
Adopted by the Stillwater City Council this 16th day of April, 2024.
ATTEST -
Joe Kohlmann, Acting City Clerk
CITY OF STILLWATER
Ted Kozlowski, Mayor
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