Proclamation – Earth Day, April 22, 2022

“Whereas April 22 of each year is internationally recognized as Earth Day; and

Whereas climate change and environmental challenges continue to be observed and experienced at both a global and local level; and

Whereas Northumberland County is a community that highly values the vitality and preservation of our unique and beautiful local natural assets; and

Whereas local communities must come together to take action towards a more sustainable future in order to preserve our local natural assets for generations to come;

Whereas Northumberland County aims to be a best practices leader in municipal government that prioritizes goals and initiatives related to ‘Sustainable Growth’ and the preservation of our environmental assets, as outlined in our 2019-2023 Strategic Plan;

Whereas Northumberland County is committed to promoting and supporting positive actions to improve sustainability, preserve natural assets and create a healthier environment; and

Whereas Northumberland County is a registered municipal partner with Earth Day Canada and will be organizing local community-based initiatives to help make a positive impact on the environment in celebration of Earth Day;

Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council do hereby proclaim April 22, 2022 as Earth Day in Northumberland County.”