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Agenda 09/24/2013 Item # 4A 9/24/2013 4.A. PROCLAMATION 'HEREAS, the Collier County Recycling Ordinance Number 2009-56, established the Waste Reduction Awards Program (the WRAP award); and, WHEREAS, the WRAP award recognizes businesses, institutions, and multi-family residences for enhanced and innovative recycling programs; and, WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners is p/eased to recognize Golisano Children's Museum of Nap/es for contributing to the greater good of Collier County by promoting their green policy and advocating the "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" message to their staff and visitors, thereby helping to prolong the usable life of the Collier County Landfill; and, WHEREAS, Golisano Children's Museum of Naples'recycling, reuse and source reduction program includes: • recycling all cardboard, paper, pallets, food service clamshells, aluminum, and plastic beverage containers. • reducing waste by providing reusable dishes, silverware, and cups for staff. • placing trash and recycling containers side-by-side throughout the exhibit stations, outside play areas, visitor activity areas, cafeteria, and classrooms. • using building materials made from recyclable items, such as floor tiles made from plastic bottles, insulation made from blue jeans, and countertops made from recycled glass. • installing a rainwater catchment and cistern system used for flushing toilets and watering landscaping; using wind turbine and solar panels to generate electricity and heating water; and, installing a rooftop garden to insulate and buffer heat absorption. WHEREAS, the WRAP award program includes a framed certificate, a trophy, and space on the County's website showcasing eco-friendly business practices and recycling programs; and, WHEREAS, the Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Department congratulates Ms. Karysia Demarest, Managing Director, Ms. Beth Housewert, Curious Kids Coordinator, Mr. Dave Grimard, Facility Manager, and all the staff of Gol/sano Children's Museum of Naples for their outstanding efforts to promote waste reduction, reuse and recycling, utilizing alternative energy sources, and setting a positive example for other museum and recreation facilities. Their initiatives will have a significant effect on sustaining the usable life of the Collier County Landfill and protecting the environment. NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida, that we congratulate GOLISANO CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF NAPLES for their contributions and efforts in conserving energy, recycling, and waste reduction. DONE AND ORDERED THIS 24th Day of September, 2013. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA GEORGIA A. HILLER, CHAIRWOMAN Packet Page -4- 9/24/2013 4.A. COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 4.4.A. Item Summary: Proclamation recognizing and congratulating Golisano Children"s Museum of Naples on receiving the WRAP award for its continued efforts to promote waste reduction, reuse and recycling and for sustaining the usable life of the Collier County Landfill. To be accepted by Karysia Demarest, Managing Director; Beth Housewert, Curious Kids Coordinator; and Dave Grimard, Facility Manager. Sponsored by Commissioner Hiller. Meeting Date: 9/24/2013 Prepared By Approved By Name: DurhamTim Date: 9/12/2013 7:59:36 AM Name: DurhamTim Date: 9/12/2013 8:35:36 AM Packet Page -5-