1h Environmental Excellence Awards
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Todd Gerhardt, City Manager
FROM:
Jill Sinclair, Environmental Resources Specialist
DATE:
November 14, 2005
SUBJ:
2005 Environmental Excellence Awards
REQUESTED ACTION
(Simple majority vote of the City Council)
Authorize the presentation of 2005 Environmental Excellence Awards to the
following award winners on November 28, 2005:
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Dry Cleaning Station
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Mark Taintor
DISCUSSION
Environmental Excellence Awards are given by the City of Chanhassen to
recognize environmental improvements and encourage environmental stewardship
throughout the community. These awards are designed not only to recognize
achievement, but also to communicate new ideas and help educate the members
of the Chanhassen community. For 2005, two nominees have been recommended
by the Commission.
The Dry Cleaning Station’s application is attached and has been reviewed by the
Commission. This innovative dry cleaning business uses environmentally-
friendly, non-hazardous solvents in their cleaning process. They have also
implemented company-wide recycling of their cardboard boxes, accept hangers
brought to them by customers and use dry cleaning bags made from recycled
plastic.
Mr. Todd Gerhardt
November 14, 2005
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Resident Mark Taintor is a dedicated bicycle commuter. For the last four years, Mark has biked
to work year round. The benefits of this choice of transportation is not only personal – Mark
saves money, stays healthy, reduces wear and tear on his vehicle, but also regional – less traffic
congestion, no air pollution, and no additional maintenance costs for roads.
The award presentation is scheduled for the November 28 City Council meeting.
RECOMMENDATION
The Environmental Commission recommends the following awards for the recipients:
Plaque – Dry Cleaning Station
Chan Bucks – Mark Taintor
ATTACHMENTS
1.Application from Dry Cleaning Station
2.Application from Mark Taintor
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