CC Resolution 11034
RESOLUTION NO. 11034
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL
DECLARING THE MONTH OF MAY 2009 AS
WATER AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, water is California's most precious and finite resource; and
WHEREAS, a safe and reliable water supply provides for a high quality of life through
public health protection, fire fighting protection, and economic prosperity; and,
WHEREAS, the Santa Clara Valley is experiencing the third year of below normal rainfall
and a second year of reduced water deliveries from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta;
and,
WHEREAS, the Santa Clara Valley Water District has called for a 15 percent mandatory
conservation in response to the drought; and,
WHEREAS, local governments, water agencies and companies, agriculture, industry,
environmentalists, and concerned citizens are working together to conserve and protect
the water supplies; and,
WHEREAS, during May 2009 water agencies and companies, cities, counties, and
organizations throughout California will organize activities to educate the public about water
awareness.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Campbell does
hereby proclaim the month of May 2009, as Water Awareness Month within the City of
Campbell, and urges all citizens to join in supporting local water agencies and companies
in their efforts to help Californians use water more wisely.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of May 2009, by the following roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmembers:
Kotowski, Furtado, Baker, Low, Kennedy
NOES: Councilmembers:
None
ABSENT: Councilmembers: None
APPROVED:
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nne Bybee, City Clerk
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J e P. Kennedy, Mayor v cf