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A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION BY THE CITY MANAGER’S DESIGNEE TO AMERICAN MUNICIPAL POWER FOR A 2017 SUSTAINABILITY GRANT AND THE CITY’S ACCEPTANCE OF SAID GRANT.
Executive Summary: As a participant in the EcoSmart Choice Program, the City applied for and was awarded a 2017 Sustainability Grant from American Municipal Power.
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Legislative History
Resolution No. 16-100, authorized the City Manager to enter into an Agreement with AMP to purchase renewable energy certificates and offer Hudson Public Power customers the option to participate in the AMP EcoSmart Choice Program; passed July 19, 2016.
Purpose & Explanation
Staff applied for the funding on September 5, 2017, as a demonstration of the City of Hudson’s commitment to sustainability initiatives. Staff received notice on September 18 that the City of Hudson had been awarded a $22 grant, and a check had been sent to the City Manager. The funds will be used for the purchase of LED lightbulbs with an energy saver card for give-away kits.
Timing Considerations
None.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that Council affirm the application and acceptance of the 2017 Sustainability Grant from American Municipal Power.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Frank Comeriato, Assistant City Manager
Kevin Powell, Assistant Public Works Director
Sonya Mottram, Administrative Support Supervisor