Resolution 110286

..Title Recognizing April 22, 2011 as Earth Day in Philadelphia. ..Body WHEREAS, Earth Day, April 22, 2011, is a day to show how much we the public care about the environment as we work together to find ways to better protect our air, water, land and biological resources; and WHEREAS, It is every Philadelphian's responsibility to step up and do their part to recycle, reduce waste, and help create a cleaner environment; and WHEREAS, Energy efficient choices can save families about a third on their home energy bills with similar savings of greenhouse gases without sacrificing style or comfort; and WHEREAS, Citizens in every community - including schools, businesses, and local governments must work together to reduce and better manage waste; and WHEREAS, By changing the way we use products and resources we can prevent pollution which provides cleaner air and water, less waste in landfills, conservation of natural resources, reduced soil erosion, lower electricity, and increased property bills; and WHEREAS, For over a quarter century governments have spent billions of dollars supplementing environmental programs that touch the lives of all Americans resulting in improved public services, cleaner industries, and a heightened awareness for all to realize their role to protect the environment; and WHEREAS, Earth Day has evolved through the combined efforts of state, local, and federal government, grassroots organizations, and citizens to participate in this national day of environmental recognition that has evolved into a worldwide campaign to protect our global environment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That we hereby recognize April 22, 2011 as Earth Day in Philadelphia. ..End