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CITY OE IOWA CITY
www.icgov.org
August 6, 2019
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American Wind Week proclamation
Item Number: 2.a.
City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
Whereas, Iowa ranks second in the nation for wind power capacity with nearly 9,000
installed, producing enough electricity to power nearly 2.1 million homes; and
Whereas, Iowa's wind production also ranks second in the nation at 33.7% of all in-state electricity
production, with current and future projects estimated to bring wind's share of electricity production to
over 40% by 2020; and
Whereas, Iowa is home to 114 wind farms and 10 wind -related manufacturing facilities; and
Whereas, wind powers opportunity in cities and communities all across Iowa, resulting in $58 million
in state and local tax payments and $20-$30 million in land lease payments in 2018 alone; and
Whereas, wind farms in Iowa have attracted over $16.3 billion dollars in private investment to date,
helping to spur critical investments in communities that fund manufacturing jobs, education programs,
and local economic development projects; and
Whereas, the development of wind power now supports nearly 10,000 jobs across the state; and
Whereas, the advancements in wind power will greatly enhance our ability to attract new businesses
and talent to our state and community, and wind energy will continue to grow as a major force in the U.S.
economy; and
Whereas, local utilities providing Iowa City electricity have stated goals to increase renewable energy
generation to 100% of electric energy consumed by Iowa customers; and
Whereas, this movement to wind power and community effort to reduce fossil -fueled energy
consumption, is essential to the successful implementation of the City's Climate Action and Adaptation
Plan and accomplishing Council goal to reduce carbon emissions 45% by 2030.
Now Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, hereby proclaim August 11 - 17,
2019 as
American Wind Week
in Iowa City and encourage Iowans to learn more about wind's impact on our community and celebrate
Iowa's leadership in wind energy production.
Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 6th day of August, 2019
Item Number: 2.b.
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CITY OE IOWA CITY
www.icgov.org
August 6, 2019
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Water and Wastewater Workers Week proclamation
City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
Whereas, the State of Iowa's surface and ground waters are treasured and limited natural
resources; and
Whereas, protecting and preserving those water resources requires the talent, expertise, and
passion of individuals who have committed their professional careers in service to Iowa City's
residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural community members; and
Whereas, the Water and Wastewater Divisions of the Iowa City Department of Public Works
have dedicated themselves to applying environmental science to enhance drinking and
recreational waters of Iowa City; and
Whereas, their applied environmental science -based practices continue to be a vital element in
improving the quality of life and preserving and protecting public health in our community and
promoting sustainability.
Now Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, Iowa hereby proclaim the
week of August 18 to August 24, 2019 as
Water and Wastewater Workers Week
in Iowa City. L
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Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 6th day of August, 2019