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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Stephane Phifer, Planning and Zoning Director
DATE: April 7, 2014
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Establishing "Sustainable Aurora" (The Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board) By-Laws.
PURPOSE:
To establish the By-Laws for the newly created "Sustainable Aurora" (The Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board).
BACKGROUND:
"Sustainable Aurora" (The Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board) was established by Ordinance to an advisory body to the City Council, on the development or initiation of programs or actions that will enhance, develop and create sustainable practices within the community. Pursuant to the enabling ordinance "Sustainable Aurora" (The Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board) shall adopt and promulgate such rules and regulations as may be necessary and proper to govern the conduct of the meetings and the business to be performed subject to approval by the City Council.
DISCUSSION:
The Resolution attached includes By-Laws developed using the best practices from other similar City commissions, boards and councils for "Sustainable Aurora" (The Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board). "Sustainable Aurora" (The Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board) may from time to time request amendments to these By-Laws subject to review and approval of the City Council.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Planning and Zoning Division would anticipate that the establishment of this advisory board and in turn these By-Laws will have a positive impact on the City's health, welfare, overall tax base and viability.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the Resolution Establishing "Sustainable Aurora" (The Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board) By-Laws.
cc: Alderman Peters, Chairman
Alderman Garza
Alderman Bugg
Alderman Saville, Alternate
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution Establishing "Sustainable A...
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