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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 14-21 03/16/2021 Endorsing the Community Solor Clearinghouse Solution ProgramRESOLUTION NO. 14-21 A RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE COMMUNITY SOLAR CLEARINGHOUSE SOLUTION PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus provides a forum for the chief elected officials of the Chicago region to develop consensus and act on common public policy issues and multi jurisdictional challenges; and WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus has a history of environmental stewardship, from energy efficiency, water conservation, urban forestry, and participation in the Greenest Region Compact; and WHEREAS, it is important for Mayors and local governments throughout Illinois to take leadership roles to advance sustainability both in their own communities and in concert with regional, national and global initiatives; and WHEREAS, to facilitate local support of new solar development in Illinois, the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus created the Community Solar Clearinghouse Solution (CS2) Program (herein "Program") which will allow residents to support the development of shared solar resource in Illinois without the need to install solar panels on their homes and properties through subscriptions; and, WHEREAS, The Program will assist the Village of Mount Prospect in its ongoing effort to provide residents with access to sustainable energy solutions that enhance the quality of life for residents along with protection and stewardship of the environment and sustainable economic vitality; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS ACTING IN THE EXERCISE OF THEIR HOME RULE POWERS: SECTION ONE: The Village endorses the Community Solar Clearinghouse Solution (CS2) Program proposed by the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and agrees to educate and inform residents regarding its availability; and SECTION TWO: Staff is hereby authorized and directed to execute any necessary documents to assure access for residents of the Program SECTION THREE: That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval in the manner provided by law. AYES: Grossi, Hatzis, Hoefert, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel NAYS: None ABSENT: None PASSED and APPROVED this 16th day of March, 2021, Arlene A. Juracek Mayor ATTEST: A4 Lte ��". 14 Karen M. Agoranos Village Clerk