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  • New Zealand map
    == Communities and educational institutions in New Zealand with entries in GreenPolicy360 == Zoom in with the controls below (+/-) and slide the map with the mouse cursor
    288 bytes (39 words) - 00:57, 28 January 2016
  • Shinrin-yoku
    ...entive health care and healing in Japanese medicine. Researchers primarily in Japan and South Korea have established a robust body of scientific literatu ''The idea is simple: if a person simply visits a natural area and walks in a relaxed way there are calming, rejuvenating and restorative benefits to b
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  • Australia map
    <big><big>'''Great Barrier Reef and Environment in Grave Danger'''</big></big> ...y-acidifying-oceans-new-research-finds-20160223-gn1vs4.html '''Coral reefs in peril as ocean environment is transformed''']
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  • San Diego, CA Sustainable Building Policy
    ...is policy is to reassert the City’s commitment to green building practices in City facilities, and to provide leadership and guidance in promoting, facilitating, and instituting such
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  • The Universe Is Within Us video
    We Are In The Universe And The Universe Is In Us
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  • Kildare County, Ireland Art in Health Programme
    '''Status''': Launched in 2007 ...place within a healthcare setting. The range of potential arts activities in this setting is broad and may consist of:
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  • Cairo
    ...ty was the site of ancient national capitals whose remnants remain visible in parts of Old Cairo. Cairo has long been a centre of the region's political
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  • Rice University, TX Installs Waterless Urinals
    ...related to waterless urinals. Feedback received indicated an improvement in restroom hygiene and odor due to the waterless urinals, thanks to their han ...stroom of the Abercrombie Engineering Lab. A fifth was added in June 2006 in the restroom of the Facilities Engineering and Planning building.
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  • GOES-16
    ...hed in November 2016 with the promise to revolutionize weather forecasting in the U.S.'' ...ced satellite NOAA has ever put in orbit has sent back its first pictures. In a press release, NOAA said the images are the start of an age of “high-de
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  • Mercer County, PA Establishing a Commission for Women
    ...n's Task Force, representing the diverse interests and background of women in Mercer County; and ...have full and equal opportunity to serve in every capacity and participate in all facets of community life; and
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  • Living Wage Calculator
    ...y American communities and communities across the world, families working in low-wage jobs make insufficient income to live locally given the local cost Recently in the U.S. in a number of high-cost communities, community organizers and citizens have s
    2 KB (231 words) - 13:30, 3 July 2016
  • Surfrider Foundation
    Some of my friends might know about my green work in the 70s and 80s and some of my friends probably don't know about my friend ...oing w the first lawsuit to protect the water, a blue-green model that set in motion decades of environmental action. This isn't Sean Penn's Spicoli, but
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  • Butler University, IN R.E.A.C.H.
    {{Entity|Locale=Butler University|Region=IN|Country=US}} ...trives to educate Butler's community to appreciate and respect differences in others, while being a support system for diversity organizations and a voic
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  • Johns Hopkins University, MD Creates Baltimore Free University
    '''Status''': Created in 1968; resumed operations in 2003 '''FREE SINCE 1968!''' And open to anyone in Baltimore.
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  • Verona, WI Recycling
    ...th, welfare and the environment. The municipality also finds participation in these programs appropriate to achieve consistency with county-wide recyclin
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  • Summit County, OH Youth Employment for Success
    '''Status''': Last Updated in 2000 ...g an innovative program that contributes to and enhances county government in the United States.
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  • Country of Origin Labeling
    ...131 to remove ‘country-of-origin labeling’ on chicken, pork, and beef sold in the U.S." — Facebook posts on Monday, June 29th, 2015 in social media posts.
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  • Point Arena, CA Resolution on Corporate Personhood
    '''Vote''': In Favor - 4 Against - 1 '''Resolution on Corporate Personhood in the City of Point Arena'''
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  • European Union INDC
    ...reement applicable to all Parties at the Paris Conference in December 2015 in line with the below 2°C objective. ...ready to do so should communicate their INDC in the first quarter of 2015 in a manner that facilitates the clarity, transparency and understanding of th
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  • Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Flora and Fauna
    ...s of wild animals and plants does not threaten the survival of the species in the wild, and it accords varying degrees of protection to more than 35,000
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  • Tucson, AZ "Livable Tucson"
    '''Date:''' Initiated in 1997 ...phase of the Livable Tucson Vision Program involved holding six workshops in the spring of 1998 to develop indicators of progress towards each of the 17
    1 KB (205 words) - 20:45, 31 December 2014
  • Alice Springs, Australia Smoking in the Workplace Policy
    '''POLICY TITLE: SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE''' ...e of this policy is to enable management and staff to deal with this issue in
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  • Germany Green Issues
    '''Renewable Energy - Out in Front''' The idea, pioneered in the Netherlands and Denmark, is gaining traction in Germany.
    2 KB (225 words) - 14:25, 30 December 2015
  • Community Supported Agriculture
    Community Farms in the 21st Century: The first in a two-part series exploring the birth of the CSA movement in the United States as well as the potentials for this growing and successful
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  • Yonkers, NY Art Trucks Program
    ...ct of its kind whereby garbage trucks has been wrapped with unique artwork in the United States.
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  • New York, NY "PLANYC 2030" Climate Change Initiative
    '''Status''': Established in 2006 ...rations of New Yorkers to come; it will also contribute to a 30% reduction in global warming emissions.
    1 KB (178 words) - 20:40, 31 December 2014
  • Fort Collins, CO Art in Public Places Program
    '''Status''': Established in April 1995 Art in Public Places was created in April, 1995. APP is intended to encourage and enhance artistic expression a
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  • Christchurch, New Zealand Arts Policy and Strategy
    ...urch City Council is committed to achieving an enlivened and creative city in which the arts are widely recognised as being essential. ...ts Policy and Strategy the Council has recognised the key role of the arts in the City’s social, cultural and economic development, and as a vehicle fo
    2 KB (269 words) - 03:48, 16 February 2015
  • University of Notre Dame, IN Ecofund
    {{Entity|Locale=University of Notre Dame|Region=IN|Country=US}} '''Status''': Launched in 2008
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  • Decatur, AL Smoke-Free Ordinance
    '''Vote''': In Favor - 3 Opposed - 2 '''Smoking ban starts in Decatur'''
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  • Toronto, Ontario Declaring "Green Construction Week"
    ...plays in shaping the city and its surrounding areas. We support its impact in bringing forth green building practices. ...ada earns a living in this industry. Over 1 million Canadians are employed in many diverse construction trades and professions.
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  • Spokane, WA Human Rights
    opportunity to participate fully in the life of the city and that discriminatory barriers to equal participation in employment, housing and public accommodations be removed.
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  • Ashland, OR Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission
    ...well-designed, integrated transportation network for all Ashland citizens. In doing so, the powers, duties and responsibilities of the commission shall b A. To promote bicycling and walking in Ashland.
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  • Face the Climate Crisis - Now
    [[File:Bug eyes in the rainforest canopy Photo by Don Perry-2.jpg]] <big>The 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow on 31 October - 12 November 2021</big>
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  • University of Buffalo, NY Campus Smoke-Free Policy
    '''Status''': In Effect ...University owned and operated buildings, stadiums, and outdoor events, and in all vehicles owned and operated by the University. Doorways and loading doc
    2 KB (257 words) - 20:45, 31 December 2014
  • Durban, South Africa River Health Monitoring Programme
    ...in terms of water based tourism and recreation and they are a key resource in the delivery of environmental goods and services. ...rian vegetation, and in stream biodiversity. These areas are thus impaired in their capacity to provide essential ecosystem services such as flood attenu
    2 KB (274 words) - 20:35, 31 December 2014
  • Colgate University, NY Environmental Initiative
    '''Status''': In Effect The initiative will draw on several of Colgate’s existing strengths in this area:
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  • Allegheny College, PA Environmental Guiding Principles
    '''Status''': In Effect ...a community in which the earth’s natural resources are used and sustained in manners that safeguard the health and survival of present and future genera
    2 KB (306 words) - 20:30, 31 December 2014
  • Chicago, IL Chicago Conservation Corps (C3)
    ...have clean air, clean water and open spaces full of life to work and play in. . . . * Citizens take pride in their block, neighborhood and city, and work together to keep their communi
    2 KB (261 words) - 20:33, 31 December 2014
  • Dublin, Ireland Biodiversity Action Plan
    '''Status''': Adopted in February 2008 ...) for the City has been launched. The Council has taken these initiatives in recognition of the intrinsic importance of biodiversity to the well-being o
    2 KB (262 words) - 20:34, 31 December 2014
  • Agrivoltaics
    ''New Solutions, Intersections in Alternative Ag'' ...s and clover, in addition to native grasses. It was the first such mandate in state history.''
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  • Cardiff, Wales World's First Fairtrade Capital
    '''Status''': Adopted in March 2004 Cardiff became the world's first Fairtrade Capital in March 2004, an award certified by the Fairtrade Foundation.
    2 KB (251 words) - 20:33, 31 December 2014
  • Taiwan
    ...ted countries in the world with a population density of 648 people per km2 in March 2015. Taipei is the seat of the central government, and together with
    936 bytes (149 words) - 14:08, 14 July 2015
  • Springfield, MO Municipal Government Academy
    '''Status''': Established in 2005 ...s a program that educates participants about City functions and operations in hopes of developing citizen leaders.
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  • Sacramento County, CA Sustainable Business Program
    '''Status''': In Effect ...d government facilities in the County to re-think their business practices in order to reduce their impact on the environment, by conserving energy and w
    2 KB (222 words) - 20:42, 31 December 2014
  • Belgrade, ME Recycling
    ...generally like to reproduce the source document in the GreenPRO database, in this case, we've decided not to. Take a look at the source file and we bel
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  • Laramie, WY Bias Crime Reporting
    '''Status:''' Adopted in 2000 ...of police or his designee to acquire data on the incidence of bias crimes in the city; and
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  • Chicago, IL Born Learning Initiative
    ...of us with important information about what young children need every day in the areas of play, literacy, health and responsive caregiving. ...grandparents, caregivers, child care professionals, teachers and others — in the critical role of a child's first teacher.
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  • Melbourne, Australia Sustainable Melbourne Fund
    '''Status''': Established in 2004 ...l investment of $5 million, the Sustainable Melbourne Fund seeks to invest in projects that enhance the environment and deliver economic benefits for the
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  • Nomenclature of Colors
    ...s of natural science–Darwin traveled with a copy, and used its definitions in his writings.''
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  • Richmond, CA Requesting a Voluntary Six-Month Moratorium on Foreclosures
    ...SOLUTION CALLING ON SUBPRIME MORTGAGE LENDERS AND SERVICERS FOR PROPERTIES IN RICHMOND TO VOLUNTARILY AGREE TO A SIX-MONTH MORATORIUM ON FORECLOSURES'' ...an epidemic of foreclosures throughout the country, including in Richmond, in Contra
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  • Corvallis, OR "Corvallis Energy Challenge"
    '''WHEREAS''', in 2003 through 2005, the City Council adopted an overarching goal to enhance includes reducing energy use in buildings while increasing buildings' use of renewable energy; and
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  • Eugene, OR Protection of Mature and Old Growth Forests
    '''Vote''': In Favor - 5 Opposed - 3 ''A RESOLUTION CONCERNING PROTECTION OF MATURE AND OLD GROWTH FORESTS IN THE STATE OF OREGON''
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  • Edinburgh, Scotland Biodiversity Action Plan
    ...entation will provide opportunities for both wildlife and people to thrive in a Edinburgh's quality environment. ...p_Edinburgh_Growing/Gardening%20in%20Harmony%20with%20Nature.pdf Gardening in Harmony with Nature]
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  • Charlottesville, VA Citizens Committee on Environmental Sustainability
    '''Status''': Established in January 2007 ...City and Regional commitment to environmental performance and stewardship, in line with the 1998 Sustainability Accords, the 2003 Environmental Sustainab
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  • Dartmouth College, NH Center for Women and Gender
    '''Status''': Established in 1988 ...voices and encouraging the full, active, and equal participation of women in the life of the College.
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  • Cavan County, Ireland RAPID Programme
    '''Status''': Launched in 2002 ...APID Programme was launched in February 2002 and involves agencies working in cooperation with each other and the community to combat social exclusion an
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  • Kansas City, MO Designating March as Womens History Month
    ''Designating March as Womens History Month in Kansas City.'' ...have made historic contributions to the growth and strength of our nation in countless recorded and unrecorded ways; and
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  • Rowan University, NJ Recycling Program
    ...minimizing waste across campus. Among competing colleges and universities in the northeast we placed 1st out of 30. ...ur natural resources. It's just a waste to use something once and throw it in the trash."
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  • Pittsburg State University, KS Hazing and Pre-Initiation Activities Policy
    '''Status''': In effect ...ity regardless of the apparent willingness of an individual to participate in the activity.
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  • Maharishi Vedic City, IA Banning of the Sale of Non-Organic Food
    ...he City Council to assist sellers of food products in Maharishi Vedic City in compliance with the text of this ordinance by reviewing and identifying spe
    1 KB (181 words) - 20:38, 31 December 2014
  • Christchurch, New Zealand Computers In The Community Project
    '''Status''': Established in 2000 The Computers in the Community project helps community groups gain access to computer techno
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  • Lead Poisoning
    ...re used widely in paints, and lead paint is a major route of lead exposure in children ... Residual lead in soil contributes to lead exposure in urban areas ...
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  • Belfast Township, PA restrict corporate farming
    '''Status:''' Adopted in July 2000 and upheld by court ruling Belfast Township in Fulton County has won the first round in a legal fight to regulate corporate farming.
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  • Space Pollution
    :'''Pollution in Orbit: Why technological innovation and increased cooperation regarding spa ...all as five centimeters in LEO (Low Earth Orbit) and as large as one meter in geosynchronous orbit.''
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  • Cornell University, NY Green Purchasing Task Force
    ...sing will require not only institutional changes but also cultural changes in consumption, the GPTF hopes to be a part of education and outreach to help ...community by educating, advising, and engaging students, faculty and staff in the application of ecological principles to achieve Green Purchasing soluti
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  • Keep It In The Ground
    [[File:Keep it in the ground.jpg]] <big>'''Text of the Keep It in the Ground Act of 2015'''</big>
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  • Denver, CO Pollution Prevention (P2)
    '''Status''': Initiated in 1999 ...n wisdom is that it is cheaper and more environmentally-friendly to engage in pollution prevention activities than to clean up emissions or waste after i
    2 KB (305 words) - 20:34, 31 December 2014
  • Boulder County, CO Purchasing More Hybrid Electric Vehicles
    ...d has since converted a total of 15 vehicles in our fleet to hybrid power. In 2007, we purchased two additional hybrids. The additional cost of the more '''Plug-in Hybrids'''<br>
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  • Hennepin County, MN Three-Month Moratorium on Foreclosures
    ...tate of Minnesota in 2006, and 3,039 of these properties (27%) are located in Hennepin County; and '''WHEREAS''', foreclosures in Hennepin County increased by 82% from 2005 to 2006, with an additional proj
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  • San Juan Capistano, CA Curbside Plastic Bag Recycling
    Did you know that the City is the first in the nation to launch a residential curbside plastic bag recycling program. ...our recycling bin and then place it at the curb for pick up by CR&R. CR&R, in cooperation with Hilex and the City have partnered to recycle plastic bags
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  • Edmonds, WA Actively Coming Together Through the Arts
    ...COMMUNITY THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN THE ARTS, CULTURE, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN OUR REGION.'' '''WHEREAS''', programs in Arts, Culture, and Civic Engagement enrich the
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  • Canada Bay, Australia Nuclear Free Zone
    ...in direct and exclusive association with a hospital, medical facility and in any measuring device. ...er plant in the Canada Bay City area, in the Parramatta River catchment or in the Sydney Harbour region.
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  • Takoma Park, MD Opposing Confinement of Egg-Laying Hens in Battery Cages
    ''Opposing the Confinement of Egg-Laying Hens in Battery Cages'' inhumane treatment of egg-laying hens caged in battery cages in Maryland and
    2 KB (222 words) - 20:44, 31 December 2014
  • Slow Food (Alternative to Fast Food)
    ...s, counteract the rise of fast life and combat people’s dwindling interest in the food they eat, where it comes from and how our food choices affect the ..., Slow Food has grown into a global movement involving millions of people, in over 150 countries, working to ensure everyone has access to good, clean an
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  • Martin County, FL Vision for Sustainability
    '''Status:''' Adopted in 1997 In 1997, Martin County became one of five designated Florida Sustainable Commu
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  • Rolfe and Wellman, IA Vote to Approve Municipal Electricity
    '''Status:''' Passed 182 to 19 in Rolfe and 470 to 159 in Wellman, both on 11/2/04 ...only 46 municipalities have successfully established public power agencies in the last 20 years.
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  • Marina Silva
    == '''Marina Silva of Brazil Makes Headlines: Surges to Front in Campaign for President of Brasil''' == ...keynote offered an extraordinary vision of a new kind of politics grounded in sustainability and social and economic justice.
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  • Rush Township, PA abolish corporate constitutional rights
    ...“rights” and legal privileges claimed by corporations. Corporate managers in Pennsylvania and around the nation effortlessly wield those constitutional ...rights against corporations; (3) asserts that corporations doing business in Rush will henceforth be treated as “state actors” under the law, and th
    2 KB (235 words) - 20:42, 31 December 2014
  • Gloucestershire County, England Carbon Management Strategy and Implementation Plan
    '''Status''': Adopted in June 2007 ...ncompasses 39 pages, only the Foreword is shown below. To read the policy in its entirety, refer to the source file.</i>
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  • Davidson College, NC "The Davidson Trust"
    '''Status''': Initiated in March 2007 ...Davidson Trust, the college has increased the money it provides for grants in financial aid packages and eliminated mandatory loans. The Davidson Trust t
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  • Kingston, Ontario Mayor's Task Force On Poverty
    ...e community as it affects and reflects the quality of life of all citizens in our city. Poverty is also a complex issue and one that will require a co-or ...Harvey Rosen announced the formation of The Mayor's Task Force on Poverty. In making this announcement he stated, "The real possibility of this Task Forc
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  • Toronto, Ontario Food and Hunger Action Committee
    '''Status''': Established in December 1999 ...Hunger Action Committee was formed in December 1999 to study food security in Toronto and recommend ways to reduce hunger, improve the nutritional health
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  • McMasters University, Ontario Virtual and Community Disability Training and Research Network
    ...y and disability researchers together to help identify pressing challenges in disability research and to develop the research agendas and projects throug ...f disabled persons in all their diversity, and irrespective of differences in impairment, gender, race, class, sexuality, and age.
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  • Janesville, WI Youth in Government Program
    ...allow Parker and Craig high school students to see their local government in action. * Involve youth in government affairs at the local level;<br>
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  • Broome County, NY Resolution Against Child Labor and Sweatshops
    '''Status''': Adopted on 12/23/97 In Favor - 17 Opposed - 0 Absent - 2 '''WHEREAS''', we believe that in our global economy, human rights protections are every bit as important as
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  • Seattle School District, WA Anti-Idling Policy
    ...idling. In addition to maintenance vehicles, idling is no longer permitted in the parking lots at the Stanford Center. ...Idling is also bad for our kids. Asthma is the most common chronic illness in children and the cause of most school absences. Their symptoms increase as
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  • Duke University, NC Green Power Challenge
    '''Status''': Launched in 2002 In November 2002, students from [http://www.duke.edu/sustainability/ea.html En
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  • Columbia, MO "Let's Talk, Columbia!"
    '''Status''': Overall program launched in 2000 "LET'S TALK, COLUMBIA!" is an opportunity for citizen involvement in dialogues on diversity. The Commission's goal is that through personal inte
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  • Takoma Park, MD Calling for the Abolition of the Death Penalty in Maryland
    ''Supporting the Adoption of State Legislation To Abolish the Death Penalty in the State of Maryland'' a majority of nations of the world have abolished the death penalty in law or
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  • Colgate University, NY Hunger Outreach Program
    Colgate Hunger Outreach Program (CHOP) targets issues of hunger in Madison County and strives to educate the Colgate community about the deepe ...members participate directly in one or more of the following ways: working in the Friendship Inn Soup Kitchen on Monday nights, volunteering at the Hamil
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  • Ecocapsule
    ''As the saying goes, '''Turn on''' (the ecosystems), '''Tune in''' (to a natural spot), and '''Drop out''' (of the city hustle)'' ...bably wouldn’t work in a cave, for instance, should someone desire to live in one.)
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  • Janesville, WI Summer Camp Scholarship Program
    ...fers scholarships for children that will be in first through twelfth grade in Fall 2007. The purpose of the scholarship is to fund a portion of enrollmen 1. Youth and their families must reside in the City of Janesville.<br>
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  • The Dalles, OR Nuclear Free Zone Ordinance
    In order to provide for the health, safety, economic well-being, and general w Nuclear-generated power shall not be produced in any form in the City of The Dalles.
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  • Indianapolis, IN After School Projects
    {{Entity|Locale=Indianapolis|Region=IN|Country=US}} ...t Peterson signed two Fiscal Ordinances approving over $700,000 in funding in the 2003 Budget of the Department of Parks and Recreation to continue after
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  • Santa Rosa, CA Creation of a Public Art Walk
    ...VED FROM THE SALE OF PIECES OF ART FROM THE ART WALK COLLECTION TO BE USED IN PROJECT NO. 8442, "PUBLIC ART"'' ...mmittee has developed a program to place pieces of art, loaned to the City in various locations throughout the downtown area; and
    1 KB (211 words) - 20:43, 31 December 2014
  • Drury University, MO Environmental Mission Statement
    '''Status''': In effect '''In our educational mission, Drury University will strive to:'''
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  • Chicago, IL Animal Abuse Training Initiative
    ...ng workshops teach how to recognize signs of dog fighting and animal abuse in our city. Approximately 300 city employees from various departments attende ...le and narcotics officers were trained. We plan to continue to participate in the Chicago Police Department training programs.
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  • Stanford University, CA Folding Bicycle Promotion
    '''Status''': Ends in 2008 ...invites you to try some of our special folding bike offers, brought to you in partnership with the Campus Bike Shop:
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  • Richmond, British Columbia Pesticide Risk Reduction
    '''Status''': Adopted in 2006 In 2006 Richmond adopted a community-wide Pesticide Risk Reduction Policy.
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  • Santa Fe, NM Affordable Housing Roundtable
    '''Status''': Adopted in 1991 ...people whose culture and traditions draw people to the oldest capital city in the United States.
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  • Lee County, FL Sea Turtle Protection Ordinance
    '''Vote''': In Favor - 4 Opposed - 0 Absent - 1 Source File is a photocopied version of the ordinance in pdf. It does not lend itself well to text extraction. You can try utilizi
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  • Palo Alto, CA Zero Waste Operational Plan
    The City’s Zero Waste Strategic Plan, adopted in October 2005, identifies the key objectives and strategies needed to reach * Encourage all sectors to implement zero waste. The programs described in the Zero Waste Operational Plan have been organized around each generator s
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  • Syria Green Issues
    ...smithsonianmag.com/innovation/is-a-lack-of-water-to-blame-for-the-conflict-in-syria-72513729/ * http://pacinst.org/news/water-drought-climate-change-conflict-in-syria/
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  • Benton County, OR Bicycle Transportation Plan
    '''Status''': Adopted in 2001 ...y Committee are asking for your input in the Plan update; identifying gaps in the road system and identifying areas where improvement is needed on County
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  • Eckerd College, FL Environmental Film Festival
    ...audience in lively discussions of the environmental perspectives contained in documentary, animated, experimental and feature films. [http://www.eckerd.edu/eff/index.php?f=moon In the Shadow of the Moon]
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  • Grinnell College, IA Local Foods Purchasing Policy
    '''Status''': In effect ...cts that reflect the College's commitment to environmental responsibility. In seeking local food, the College will use a three-tiered definition of local
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  • Longwood University, VA Forest Stewardship Management Plan
    ...ongwood University worked collaboratively with scientists at Virginia Tech in developing a new Forest Stewardship Management Plan based on innovative app ...urce, and will allow the Farm to function as a showcase for new directions in forest and wildlife management.
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  • Olathe, KS Recycled Paper Products Procurement Policy
    '''SECTION ONE''': It shall be the policy of the city of Olathe in its purchase of paper products to ...ducts to the extent available in the market place and at reasonable prices in
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  • 100% Renewable Town in Texas
    <big>'''This Texas Town In Oil Country Is Going 100 Percent Renewable'''</big> ::'''Georgetown, Texas, has the least expensive utilities in central Texas for a reason'''
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    '''Status''': Initiated in 1969 Since the very first summer that COA was in session, there has been an organic garden at the north entrance to campus.
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  • Macalester College, MN EcoHouse
    '''Status''': Launched in 2007 '''In Brief'''<br>
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  • Boulder, CO Children, Youth and Family Mediation
    ...assisting children, youth and families by providing the following services in English and Spanish: * Classroom presentations for youth in Boulder schools: Increasing Communication Skills, the Mediation Process, Re
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  • Conflict Resolution
    ...and perspectives and understandings and attitudes. Emotional resolution is in the way disputants feel about a conflict, the emotional energy. Behavioral
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  • Vietnam Economic Development
    ...of over $2,000 by the end of 2014. To date, Viet Nam has achieved most and in some cases surpassed a number of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), p ...acroeconomic stability, with headline inflation falling from a peak of 23% in August 2011 to about 4.1% for 2014.
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  • Austin, TX Living Wage
    ...al minimum wage is insufficient to afford anyone housing in any major city in simultaneously satisfy the need to house minimum wage workers in some cities
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  • Los Angeles, CA Zero Waste Plan
    ...nity, from diverse cultural backgrounds and income levels, and will result in the development and implementation of a 20 year master plan for the City’ ...work and interact with the environment. Stakeholders will be instrumental in guiding this visionary twenty year solid waste management plan.
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  • Austin, TX City Employee Mentoring/Tutoring Program
    '''WHEREAS''', all children have the potential to succeed in life and contribute example that can help them find the best in themselves and live to their potential;
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  • Durham, NC Green Building Practices
    communication between the municipal governments on environmental issues in Durham; and '''WHEREAS''', Durham is a pioneer in the region in its commitment to global cooperation among
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  • Tasman District, New Zealand Mature Persons Scholarships
    Applications close at end July each year for study in the following year. Scholarships should be taken up in the following academic year.
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  • Pittsburgh, PA Proclamation Toward the Elimination of Sweatshops
    ...at the forefront of examining the moral issues related to worker treatment in an industrialized economy and as a place where the rights of labor are pass ...s for pregnancy, and other violations of women's rights, are so widespread in the apparel industry that they could be considered the norm and not the exc
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  • AFSCME Local 2627 Anti-war Resolution
    ...ves of our sons and daughters. Over 3,000 US military personnel have died in Iraq. We are paying for the war with our tax dollars. So far, the war has cost in excess of $364-billion. Over $12-billion of this has come from New York Ci
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  • Guelph, Ontario Community Energy Plan
    '''Status''': Adopted in April 2007 In April 2007, Guelph City Council unanimously endorsed the vision, goals and
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  • Delta College, MI Environmental Sustainability Philosophy Statement
    '''Status''': In effect ...e campus. The role of Facilities Management, Business Services and Finance in campus operations imparts responsibility and provides opportunity to consid
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  • Whatcom County, WA Climate Protection Action Plan
    ''APPROVING TARGETS FOR REDUCING GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS IN WHATCOM COUNTY AND APPROVING A CLIMATE PROTECTION AND ENERGY CONSERVATION A ...tandard for measuring greenhouse gas, and it is projected to emit 35% more in 2020, if current practices continue; and
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  • The Evergreen State College, WA Community Gardens
    '''Status''': Established in 1982 ...ms. The group aims to form a strong and supportive community of gardeners in which we all learn, teach, and grow.
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  • Anderson, SC Mayor's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities
    ...s? Take part in convenient, lunch hour meetings (lunch provided) to assist in carrying out our mission, and help promote our goals The Committee meets on * To encourage involvement in the community through promotion of gainful employment.
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  • Edmonton, Alberta Planning Academy
    ...to provide a better understanding of the planning and development process in Edmonton. ...rses and one elective course. Participants are welcome to take any course, in any order, whether or not it will lead to a certificate.
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  • Contra Costa County, CA Affordable Housing
    '''Status:''' Adopted in October 2006 ...the County of Contra Costa. The policy requires a percentage of the homes in new residential developments to be affordable.
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  • Virtual Reality
    ...of ecotourism.... be like an animal & see & hear as an animal sees & hears in its environment'' ''A revolutionary medium, in more ways than one...''
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  • Kamloops, British Columbia Pesticide Use Advisory Committee
    '''Status''': Established in March 2006 In March 2006, the City formed a pesticide use committee to research pesticide
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  • Global warming
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  • Philadelphia, PA Moratorium on Residential Foreclosure Sales
    ...e C. Darnell Jones to impose a moratorium on residential foreclosure sales in Philadelphia.'' ...to our Cities and Neighborhoods” report, 3,206 of the high-cost loans made in
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  • Boston, MA Establishes "Solar Boston"
    '''Status''': Established in June 2007 ...lf-million-dollar program to encourage widespread adoption of solar energy in Boston . Through Solar Boston, the City will:
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  • Northbrook, IL Tree Protection and Preservation Ordinance
    '''Status''': Adopted in 1999 ...tected our urban forest and contributes to reduce CO<sub>2</sub> emissions in our atmosphere.
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  • Solar Power Plants in the Mojave Desert
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  • Westerville City Schools, OH "Grounds to Ground Composting Project"
    ...t clippings, shredded paper, and even used coffee grounds will be combined in the school’s rotating barrel-style composter. After several weeks, the wa ...rville businesses Java Central and Heavenly Cup. The volume of java served in the uptown coffee houses, along with coffee pots at North, will provide amp
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  • Kansas City, MO Declaring a Holiday Season of Conscience in Kansas City
    ''Declaring a Holiday Season of Conscience in Kansas City.'' ...d and experts estimate as much as one-half is made by workers who are paid in violation of local labor laws; and
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  • Lesley University, MA ECO-Rep Program
    ...Eco-Rep will communicate them to you - if there are issues with operations in terms of collections or receptacles, we ask you to bring it to your Eco-Rep * Monitor recycling program in your office, classroom, or dorm hall
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  • Kansas City, MO Honoring the Hip Hop Community for Their Efforts to Stop Violence
    ...ith Leaders for their heroic efforts on March 17-18, 2007 to stop violence in Kansas City.'' ...to help Councilperson Saundra McFadden Weaver at a time when the City was in a state of emergency; and
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  • San Francisco, CA Livable Communities
    '''Status:''' Enacted in 1996 ...ity and access to transit. The capital funds, which MTC began distributing in 1999, come from the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA 21)
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  • Boulder County, CO Partners for a Clean Environment
    ...vote for the environment by seeking out businesses that prevent pollution in their operations. ...ntion. There are more than 200 PACE-certified businesses and organizations in Boulder County and portions of Weld County.
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  • Auckland, New Zealand Skate Strategy
    '''Status''': Initiated in 2001 ...larity particularly over the last 10 years, firmly establishing themselves in Auckland, not only as popular recreation activities, but also as recognised
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  • Clackamas County, OR Environmental Youth Corps
    '''* Do you live in Clackamas County?'''<br> '''* Do you like to be in the outdoors?'''
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  • Yemen Human Rights
    ...S has remained unwilling to release basic information on its drone strikes in Yemen, including civilian casualties and the legal basis for the attacks...
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  • Clay County, MN Smoke-free Policy
    '''In light of these findings, smoking shall not be permitted in any Clay County owned facility.''' This includes work areas, classrooms, c Smoking shall be permitted only in designated areas outside any enclosed area where smoking is prohibited so a
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  • Bellevue Community College, WA American Indian Film Festival
    '''Status''': Launched in 2003 ...Lucas, a Choctaw Indian who made over 100 films, founded the festival back in April 2003. Lucas, who died February 2008, was a Bellevue Community College
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  • Toronto, Ontario Vision Statement on Access, Equity and Diversity
    '''Status''': Adopted in April 2003 ...s, by consulting with communities and making sure everyone can participate in decision-making.
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  • Equal Pay for Equal Work
    ...Act], which would help address the income disparity between men and women in America. ...n.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gender_pay_gap_in_the_United_States '''Gender Pay Gap in the US''']
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  • York University, Ontario Policy Concerning Racism
    2. York University affirms its commitment to human rights, and, in particular, to the principle that every member of the York community has a ...such discipline (including rustication or discharge) as may be appropriate in the circumstances.
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  • San Miguel County, CO Supporting the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
    ...hts of Indigenous Peoples in September of 2007; with a vote of 144 nations in favor and 4 against (11 abstaining); and ...t endorse this action and believe that the United States should have voted in favor of the U.N. Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples; and
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  • Richmond, British Columbia Environmentally Sensitive Area Adoption
    ...e and care of these areas, we can preserve and enhance the global treasure in our backyard. ...uals, groups, schools and environmental groups are encouraged to work hand-in hand with the City to adopt an environmentally sensitive area. Liaison with
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  • North Royalton, OH Recognizing World AIDS Day (2007)
    ''A RESOLUTION DECLARING DECEMBER 1, 2007, AS WORLD AIDS DAY IN THE CITY OF NORTH ROYALTON'' ...': World AIDS Day is observed every year on December 1 to encourage action in the face of the
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  • Colgate University, NY Diversity Council
    ...ncil directs the multiyear effort to examine the recommendations contained in the report issued by the diversity pre-planning group. The council is responsible for analyzing the recommendations in the pre-planning report and either implementing, or justifying the non-impl
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  • Dickinson College, PA Mully Grub Restoration
    '''Status''': Initiated in 1998 ...and her students demonstrated that the Mully Grub contributed to pollution in the LeTort. Then a community watershed organization, the LeTort Regional Au
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  • Douglas County, WI Recycling
    ...ANDATORY RECYCLING ORDINANCE FOR RESIDENTIAL AND NONRESIDENTIAL FACILITIES IN THE DOUGLAS COUNTY RESPONSIBLE UNIT''' ...of this ordinance is to stress source reduction, recycling and composting in a cost
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  • Montgomery County, MD Moderately Priced Dwelling Units
    ...provision of the MPH Law requires that between 12.5% and 15% of the houses in new subdivisions of 20 or more units be moderately priced dwelling units (M ...and rental limits are reviewed annually and are revised to reflect changes in construction costs.
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  • Lakewood, WA In Support of an Off-Leash Dog Park
    ...e only off leash park for dogs in Pierce County is at Fort Steilacoom Park in the City of Lakewood; and ...uget Sound region suggesting the need for an additional off leash dog park in Pierce County; and
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  • Thermohaline Circulation
    ...a global system. On their journey, the water masses transport both energy (in the form of heat) and matter (solids, dissolved substances and gases) aroun ...e Arctic ice pack is no longer "permanent" and in fact has been decreasing in volume year-to-year
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  • AFSCME Local 1000 Troop Withdrawal
    '''Whereas''': CSEA honors our men and women in uniform, and recognizes the heroism of their sacrifices; and ...ition to the war in no way implies criticism of the men and women fighting in Iraq; and
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  • Burlington, VT Medicinal Marijuana
    ...resolutions in support of medical marijuana], passed a resolution stating, in part: ...ana is safe for use under medical supervision and that the cannabis plant, in its natural form, has important therapeutic actions that are often of criti
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  • Marin County, CA Green Business Program
    '''Status''': In Effect ...ion, and share environmentally responsible practices with other businesses in our community.
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  • San Francisco, CA Mayor's Office on Disability
    '''Status''': Initiated in 1999 ..., Jr., after a series of meetings with members of the disability community in 1998 and early 1999.
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  • Cincinnati, OH Energy Management Pilot Project
    '''Status''': Conducted in 2007 ...Center (Center) located on Central Parkway has volunteered to participate in an energy conservation pilot project. The goal of the project is to reduce
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  • Cardiff, Wales Developing a Climate Change Action Plan
    '''Status''': In development ...Cardiff and across Wales and the UK. Globally there may be severe problems in regions that are particularly vulnerable. We need to act now to adapt to cl
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  • AFSCME Resolution Opposing Sweatshops
    '''Status''': Adopted in June 1996 '''WHEREAS''': The sweatshop has returned to the garment industry in America; and
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  • Round Rock Independent School District, TX Watt Watcher Program
    '''The Watt Watcher Program in brief''' ...their patrol numbers; number of lights on in use, number of lights on not in use and lights out.
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  • Sydney, Australia Youth Strategy
    '''Status''': Initiated in February 2006 and transient young people living in the City area who were not accounted for on
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  • Sustainable Food Committee, Georgia Institute of Technology
    '''Status''': Launched in March 2008 In March 2008 Georgia Tech Dining Services and Students Organizing for Sustain
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  • Richmond, British Columbia Environmental Purchasing Guide
    '''We can reduce contaminants in the environment by purchasing materials that are less toxic and generate le '''We can use fewer natural resources and encourage economic development in the recycling industry by purchasing recycled materials......'''</blockquot
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  • Hollywood, FL Artwork Selection Committee
    '''Status''': Established in 1994 The Artwork Selection Committee was created in June 1994 to review, select and display appropriate artwork (loaned or dona
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  • College of the Atlantic, ME Participatory Governance
    ...meetings, resolving disputes, utilizing computer technologies, and working in partnerships with outside communities. ...committees], from Academic Affairs to Personnel, with full voting rights. In addition, five alumni now serve on the Board of Trustees.
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  • Clarence, Australia Corporate Carbon Reduction Goals
    '''Status''': Adopted in December 2008 Council is a participant in the Cities for Climate Protection (CCP) program, which assists local govern
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  • Eckerd College, FL Reusable To-Go Container System
    '''Status''': Launched in July 2007 ...ct developed from an Introduction to Environmental Studies audit conducted in the fall of 2004.
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  • Heliophysics
    The Earth is an island in the Universe where life has developed and flourished. The origins and fate “The Most Brilliant Ph.D Thesis Ever Written in Astronomy”
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  • A Land Ethic
    ...alized then, and have known ever since, that there was something new to me in those eyes - something known only to her and to the mountain. I was young t ''“In short, a land ethic changes the role of Homo sapiens from conqueror of the
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  • Poulsbo, WA Adopts Smart Growth Goals
    ...CIL OF THE CITY OF POULSBO, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE CONCEPTS AS CONTAINED IN THE KITSAP SMART GROWTH COALITION’S JANUARY 2002 GOALS ...p has, over the past two years, collaborated to sponsor educational forums in Kitsap County and has produced a set of concepts to guide development decis
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  • Solarsiedlung Solar Village
    '''The Solarsiedlung Solar Village is the first community in the world to produce 4x more energy than it uses''' http://newstoryhub.com/2016/03/the-solar-village-is-the-first-community-in-the-world-to-produce-4x-more-energy-than-it-uses/
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  • Rice University, TX Campus Cleaning Practices
    ...ctant. Switching to EnvirOx required no additional costs and no sacrifice in quality. Our custodial teams also use microfiber cloths, which last consid We rely heavily on steam cleaning in the academic buildings. In addition to vacuuming, we clean our carpets with a duplex hydro washer. We
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  • Oakland, CA Resolution on Public Retirement Funds Being Invested In Companies Doing Business with Sudan
    ...ES DOING BUSINESS IN SUDAN, AS LONG AS THE GENOCIDE AND FIGHTING CONTINUES IN DARFUR. ...public employee retirement funds are invested in companies doing business in Sudan.
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  • Western Ontario University "Western's Green Award"
    In choosing who among nominees will be recognized, we have produced a guidelin ...e present them as inspiration for the rest of the community to take action in their own way.
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  • Redmond, WA Affordable Housing
    ...al rooms regulations is to provide residents the opportunity to rent rooms in their homes while ensuring that separate dwelling units are not created. Re Rental rooms are allowed in all residential zones in the City.<br>
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  • Kansas City, MO Equal Pay Day
    ...of year-round, full-time working men, indicating little change or progress in pay equity; and ...ovided by the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics in 2001, women earn less in every occupational classification for which enough data is available; and
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  • Brisbane, Australia In-Home Energy Monitor Rebate Program
    * $50 rebate on an in-home energy monitor (for residents who want to start saving now) '''In Home Energy Monitors'''<br>
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  • Chilliwack, British Columbia Green Business Award
    '''Status''': Initiated in 2007 ...sector, the City of Chilliwack launched a Business Waste Reduction Program in October 2006, as part of Waste Reduction Week.
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  • Woodinville, WA Endorsing King County 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness
    ...OF WOODINVILLE TO WORK WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AND GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THIS PLAN.'' experience homelessness in King County on any given night; and
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  • Harvard University, MA "46 Blackstone" Pilot Program
    '''Status''': Launched in March 2008 ...epartment, began composting in March 2008. Small green buckets were placed in every kitchen and kitchenette to collect compostable wastes and composting
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  • Takoma Park, MD Rights of Non-U.S. Citizens
    '''Status''': Adopted via ordinance in 2007 '''Chapter 9.04 RIGHTS OF NON-U.S. CITIZENS IN TAKOMA PARK*'''
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  • Bernards Township, NJ Farmland Preservation Resolution
    ...and Support for Development Easement Acquisition and Farmland Preservation in The Bernards Township Pig Project Area<br><br> ...recommendations of the Bernards Township Master Plan to preserve farmland in the Township of Bernards and supports the goal and objective of preserving
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  • Coronado
    :Headquartered in Coronado, California
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    California, 'Out in Front'
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  • Melbourne, Australia Growing Green Environmental Sustainability Plan
    ...among the most enviable in Australia, we have to make sure that they exist in harmony with the environment. A Melbourne park ...d recreational facilities easily accessible to and enjoyed by all who live in or visit the City. These assets and the life that they support will be sust
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  • San Francisco, CA Green Business Program
    '''Status''': In Effect ...e, recognize and provide hands-on support to local businesses that operate in an environmentally responsible way.
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  • Harvard University, MA Renewable Energy Policy
    '''Status''': In effect ...gy sources, such as wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal, will be critical in reducing Harvard's environmental impact beyond what is possible from demand
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  • Calgary, Alberta Integrated Pest Management Policy
    '''Status''': In effect ...he public. The plan aims to manage Calgary's 9,088 hectares of green space in an ecologically friendly and cost effective manner.
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  • Guelph, Ontario Looks to Eliminate Bottled Water from City Offices
    ...facility-users with increased access to municipal drinking water and phase-in the removal of bottled water and water coolers from its offices and facilit ...this morning. The plan also outlines the phase-out of bottled water sales in City facilities where it is appropriate and practical.
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  • PFAS
    * https://www.eenews.net/articles/epa-sets-new-advisories-in-forever-chemicals-crackdown/ ...oth water and oil. The different PFAS have different lengths and/or differ in their properties at one end, which can change the toxicity of the chemicals
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  • AFT Local 4909 Resolution To Promote Activities To End The U.S. Occupation In Iraq
    '''Status''': Adopted in September 2007 '''Whereas''', Congress authorized the use of military force in Iraq based on false and misleading
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  • Santa Rosa, CA Support for Cleaner Burning Alternative Fuels
    '''WHEREAS''', more than 95 percent of Californians live in areas that do not meet health based federal or state air quality standards; ...ht trucks contribute approximately 50 percent of the smog-producing gasses in the Redwood Empire region; and
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  • Portland, OR and Multnomah County Global Warming Action Plan
    '''Status:''' Adopted in April 2001 of the new century. Increases in the
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  • Kansas City, MO Discontinuation of Bottled Water Program
    ...water in the country and has been consistently recognized with top honors in water quality, taste, odor, and appearance; and ...gone on record several times expressing its desire to be the greenest city in the country and WSDs decision to cease bottled water production puts the Ci
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  • 2010 Biodiversity Target
    ...ernational community can help shape expectations and create the conditions in which all actors, whether Governments, the private sector, or civil society ...ith dignity and equity. Biodiversity is crucial to those hopes, especially in the area of health.”
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  • Fargo, ND "Stuff the Bus" Campaign
    '''Status''': Adopted in 2002 ...at NDSU; Peace Lutheran Church in Fargo; and First United Methodist Church in Fargo.
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  • Louisville, CO Declaring Itself a "City of One"
    '''WHEREAS''', we believe that in the best American tradition of helping others help themselves, now is the time to join with other countries in a historic pact for compassion and justice to help the
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  • Campaign Finance System Reform
    ...post.com/blogs/plum-line/wp/2015/05/04/get-ready-for-a-lot-more-dark-money-in-politics/ : <big>Result? A New Era of Money in Politics</big>
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  • Allegheny College, PA Sustainable Forestry Project
    ...ssurance that the wood products you use come from forests that are managed in an environmentally sound, socially respectful, and economically viable mann ...odlots in Crawford, Erie, and Warren Counties. The organization was formed in 1998 and provides educational resources and the exchange of ideas among its
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  • Broward County, FL Diversity Advisory Council
    '''Status''': In Effect In order to achieve our purpose we will utilize the following tools:
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  • Aberdeen, NJ Urging the Governor to Support a Moratorium on Revaluations
    '''WHEREAS''', there is presently, in the State of New Jersey and across the United United States of America in a recession; and
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  • Berea College, KY Ecological Machine
    ...ource and living machines provide sustainable wastewater treatment systems in a cost effective, aesthetically beautiful manner. Ecological machines bring ...t process human waste, but demonstrate the biological functions that occur in sewage treatment Ecological machines like the one that is constructed as pa
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  • Nashville, TN Art and Domestic Violence
    ...e donation of original paintings and drawings by local artists for display in the Domestic Violence Division.'' ...sculpture stands, and 6 frames, with a total value of $45,295 as detailed in an attachment (Exhibit A) to this ordinance; and
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  • Nashville, TN Resolution on Regulation of Sidewalk Obstructions
    ...dewalks in Davidson county are proliferating and are frequently positioned in a manner that impedes the flow of pedestrian traffic; and '''Whereas''', the flow of traffic on streets and sidewalks in Davidson County is a vital concern to the Metropolitan Council; and
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  • Portland, OR Recycling
    ...ue to set recycling goals for Portland that are among the most challenging in the nation. B. To achieve a recycling goal of 60 percent in 2005.
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  • Battle Creek, MI Renewable Energy Policy
    ...rise rapidly in three years. Money spent on renewable energy sources stays in the local economy and supports local businesses and farms. energy will lead to creation of new jobs and investment in this sustainable technology which will create a competitive edge for all of
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  • Petaluma, CA "Build It Green" Program
    ...ary, points-based program designed to stimulate and support green building in Petaluma. The program is designed around the Green Building Guidelines deve ...nce in the City’s web pages. For the first five GreenPoint Rated buildings in each building category (such as new home, remodel, new commercial, commerci
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  • Toronto, Ontario Smart Commute Program
    '''Status''': Initially launched as a pilot program in 2005 ...program was piloted at North York Civic Centre from June 2005 - June 2006. In September 2006, City Council authorized the expansion of the program to oth
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  • Coronado, CA Street Tree Committee
    '''Status''': Established in 1993 ...eciation of trees, promote proper tree care and to encourage participation in the development of Coronado's urban forest..
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  • Ulster County, NY Encouraging the Use of "ICE" Telephone Numbers in Cell Phone Phonebooks
    ...ort To Encourage The Use Of “ICE” (In Case Of Emergency) Telephone Numbers In Cell Phone Phonebooks'' '''WHEREAS''', following an accident or in the event of an emergency, or when
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  • Hauraki District, New Zealand Domestic Violence Policy
    In 2006, Hauraki District Council was presented with a Violence Free Charter significant enough in the Hauraki District that Hauraki District Council needed
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  • Tompkins County, NY In Support of Public Financing of Campaigns
    '''Vote''': In Favor - 3 Opposed - 2 .... - URGING ADOPTION OF PUBLIC FINANCING OF CAMPAIGNS FOR STATEWIDE OFFICE IN NEW YORK'''
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  • Chattanooga, TN "Recycle Right"
    ...month? Imagine how many bottles are thrown away by everyone in Chattanooga in one month! That’s a lot of plastic that could be recycled instead of fill ...th valuable vocational skills they need in order to seek future employment in the community.
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  • Kansas City, MO Arts and Cultural Tax Abatement Program
    ...dation to the sense of place and creative workforce critical to innovation in other sectors and magnify the attractive power of Kansas City as a location ...are areas of our city that are economically and physically distressed and in need of revitalization; and
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  • Tompkins County, NY Resolution Calling for Abolition of the Death Penalty
    '''Vote''': In Favor - 13 Opposed - 1 ''RESOLUTION CALLING FOR ABOLITION OF THE DEATH PENALTY IN THE STATE OF NEW YORK''
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  • University of Waterloo (Canada) "UW Farm Market"
    '''Status''': Established in 2006 ...a commitment to bring a local market to the campus. The new market opened in September 2006 and boasts 100% local produce as well as other products from
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  • Guelph, Ontario Strategic Urban Forest Management Plan
    '''Status''': Adopted in November 2007 ...This Plan provides the City with recommendations and tools to move forward in a practical and progressive manner.
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  • Cook County, IL Resolution Supporting Ratification by the U.S. of CEDAW
    ...osition of leadership in the United Nations, and was an active participant in the drafting and is a signatory to CEDAW; and ...undamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human person, and in the equal rights of men and women everywhere; and
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  • Nashville, TN Green Permit Task Force
    ...or the Department of Codes Administration to use in recognizing facilities in Nashville as being “Green”.'' '''WHEREAS''', in June 2007, the Metropolitan Council enacted Ordinance No. BL2007-1374 to re
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  • Fort Collins, CO Practical Housing for All
    ...all ability and encourage builders and designers to offer P.H.A. features in floor plans presented to new-home buyers. * Blocking in bathroom walls to accommodate grab bars
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  • Cornell University, NY Environmentally Friendly/Green Purchasing Policy
    '''Status''': In effect Cornell University has a long-standing commitment to leadership in the area of environmental stewardship. As part of that commitment, the Off
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  • Mozambique
    ...ry is extremely vulnerable to climate change occurring through alterations in the precipitation and temperature patterns and increased intensity and freq ...and the green economy through the integration of adaptation and mitigation in sectorial and local planning”.''
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  • Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety
    ...cation/accession/approval/acceptance by countries was reached in May 2003. In accordance with the provisions of its Article 37, the Protocol entered into ...has a suspected risk of causing harm to the public or to the environment, in the absence of scientific consensus that the action or policy is not harmfu
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  • Calvin College, MI Dining Services Go Green
    ...Calvin Dining Services' goals this school year was to further our efforts in recycling and other ways of "going green". We are happy to announce the imp * Recycling is taking place in the Commons kitchen - with bins for glass, metal, and plastic. Aluminum is
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  • Cary, NC Instant Runoff Voting Pilot Program
    '''Status''': In effect in 2007 ...se a new kind of ballot for the October 9th municipal election. (One-stop, in-person voting begins as early September 20.)**
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  • Salem, OR Free Tree Program
    ...s to improve water quality in our waterways. Since the program's inception in 2003, a total of 2181 native plants have been provided for streamside habit ...ter months. Can reach heights of up to 15 feet. Tiny white flowers grouped in clusters.
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  • Bloomington, IN Living Wage
    {{Entity|Locale=Bloomington|Region=IN|Country=US}} '''Source File:''' http://www.bloomington.in.gov/code/_DATA/TITLE02/Chapter_2_28_BLOOMINGTON_LIVING_WA/index.html
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  • Hamilton, Ontario Green Fleet Plan
    '''Status''': Adopted in May 2005 As a large consumer of energy the City has an influential role in developing more efficient vehicle technology that reduces both energy consu
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  • Sydney, Australia Cycle Strategy and Action Plan: 2007-2017
    ...n response to the submissions received during the public exhibition period in 2006 and the findings of social research undertaken by an independent resea * creating and maintaining a comfortable and bicycle friendly environment in Sydney to encourage more residents, visitors and workers onto bicycles;
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  • Poudre School District, CO Ethic of Sustainability
    '''Status''': Adopted in 2000 ...adership in developing an ethic of sustainability in all of its practices. In Poudre School District, we have both Energy Conservation and Waste Manageme
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  • Snohomish County, WA Diversity Council
    '''Status''': In effect ...e the County's diversity goals. The Diversity Council, both on its own and in partnership with sponsoring departments plan and produce a variety of diver
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  • Euclid, OH Creating the Euclid Foreclosure Prevention Committee
    ...rty values and explore approaches to reduce the number of foreclosed homes in Euclid.'' values and to strengthen the housing market in the City of Euclid.
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  • Mount Baker School District, WA Toxicity Reduction Practices
    ...tralized with each other and then may be dumped into the sink for disposal in our lagoon system. ...e student’s lab experience. We are looking into ways of measuring nitrates in water without producing cadmium waste. Last year we switched to a zinc base
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  • Glendale, AZ Mayor’s Youth Advisory Commission
    Inspiring youths by guiding them to take an active role in their local government—that is the foundation of the Glendale Mayor’s Y ...rred to as MYAC—is a working group of Glendale teens from all high schools in our city, as well as public and private schools beyond our boundaries. Each
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  • Glendale, AZ Mayor's Youth Advisory Commission
    Inspiring youths by guiding them to take an active role in their local government—that is the foundation of the Glendale Mayor’s Y ...rred to as MYAC—is a working group of Glendale teens from all high schools in our city, as well as public and private schools beyond our boundaries. Each
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  • Edmonton, Alberta Environmental Policy
    ...the development of an environmentally sustainable community that functions in harmony with the natural environment. ...olicy''' is to state the City’s commitment to environmental sustainability in accordance with the following guiding principles:
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  • Oklahoma City, OK "This City is Going On A Diet" Initiative
    '''Status''': Established in 2007 ...on this site bring this crisis to the forefront and ask that every citizen in Oklahoma City to get involved!
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  • Seattle, WA "A Roof Over Every Bed in King County"
    ...eattle's intent to work with other organizations and governmental entities in the implementation of this plan.'' ...is estimated that there are over 8,000 people who experience homelessness in this region on any given night; and
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  • New York, NY Calling Upon Congress Not to Contract with Sweatshops
    '''Status''': Introduced on 3/20/00, but it died in committee '''Whereas''', The Council of the City of New York finds that it is in the best interests of the United States to procure items of apparel and tex
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  • Lehman Alternative Community School, NY Student Governance
    ...ut on an issue before the entire school, and we quickly learn to speak out in public. A somewhat simplified view of ASMs, but it should suffice to give y
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  • Carrboro, NC Resolution Regarding Bicycle Friendly Communities
    '''Vote''': In Favor - 5 Opposed - 0 Absent - 2 ...icycle Friendly Community designation by the League of American Bicyclists in recognition of the Town’s commitment to providing safe accommodation and
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  • Medford, MA Clean Energy Committee
    '''Status''': Established in 2004 ...in January 2004 to augment the city's effort to become a municipal leader in the use of clean power.
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