HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Resolution 15235 (Justice40 Initiative)RESOLUTION NO. 15235
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE GOALS OF THE JUSTICE40 INITIATIVE
WHEREAS, climate change is a global issue affecting the environment, economy, and human
health; and
WHEREAS, the impacts of climate change are already being felt around the world, including
rising sea levels, increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, and loss of
biodiversity; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael recognizes the urgent need to address the challenges
posed by climate change, economic inequality, and environmental injustice; and
WHEREAS, the Justice40 Initiative is a whole-of-government effort to ensure that Federal
agencies work with states and local communities to make good on President Biden’s promise
to deliver at least 40 percent of the overall benefits from Federal investments in climate and
clean energy to disadvantaged communities; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael is engaged in multiple planning and infrastructure projects
that would address climate-related vulnerabilities of disadvantaged communities; and
WHEREAS, the Justice40 initiative has the potential to create meaningful opportunities for our
community and our government to address these issues; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael commits to placing historically disadvantaged communities
at the forefront of our planning processes. Doing so aligns with our City commitment to equity
as well as the Justice40 initiative. City departments and community partnerships share
resources and work from a shared analysis and understanding of power, privilege, oppression,
and racial justice. Equitable representation and racial inclusion in the public sector are a result
of our community’s shared commitment to becoming anti-racist; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the San Rafael City Council supports the goals
of the Justice40 initiative and commends the Biden-Harris Administration for their leadership
in addressing the challenges of climate change and environmental injustice; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the San Rafael City Council will continue to prioritize
policies and programs that promote sustainability, equity, and social justice, and will seek
opportunities to collaborate with the federal government to advance these shared goals.
I, LINDSAY LARA, Clerk of the City of San Rafael, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution
was duly and regularly introduced and adopted at a special meeting of the City Council of the
City of San Rafael, held on Monday, the 10th day of July 2023, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Bushey, Hill, Kertz & Mayor Kate
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Llorens Gulati
Lindsay Lara, City Clerk