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Green Initiatives

 

Commitment to a Sustainable Redlands is a hallmark of our community. Through staff-implemented initiatives, the City has endeavored to contribute to the notion of sustainability. The following list details some of these efforts:

 

Conversion of the Solid Waste fleet to LNG/CNG alternative fuel
The City operates a Solid Waste fleet of 32 heavy trucks.  As of this writing, fully 22 Solid Waste heavy trucks have been replaced with CNG and LNG alternative fuel trucks, representing 66% of the Solid Waste fleet.
 
Expansion of CNG/LNG fuel sales to outside users
The City Council acted to provide City staff with the direction and authority to expand the sale of LNG and CNG fuel to outside users.  This shift in policy will promote the use of alternative fueled vehicles on a regional basis by making LNG/CNG fuel available to private fleets and to operators of alternative fuel cars and sedans. 
 
Expansion of City recycling programs
The City has implemented an eclectic array of resource recovery programs.  As a result, the City’s disposal of waste at the California Street Landfill has remained at approximately the same level for more than six years despite large increases in the City’s waste stream resulting from the cumulative growth in commercial and residential development.
 
Decreased energy usage during peak demand operating hours
The City’s Municipal Utilities Department closely monitors the use of water distribution pumps to take advantage of incentivized pricing from Southern California Edison.  As a result, the City maximizes the use of power during non-peak periods to reduce peak load power usage and to save monies under SCE rate incentives.
 
Measure O
The City of Redlands voters established a bond for the purchase of open space, groves for citrus preservation, the preservation of large natural areas, expanded park and recreation areas, etc.  The City has spent approximately $1.5 million to date in the acquisition of land consistent with the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement. 
 
LED traffic lights
The Public Works Department installed LED lights in all existing traffic signals in the City and has established specifications for requiring LED lights in all new traffic signals.  This action resulted in a 90% reduction of energy usage with a 3.7 year payback for the cost of installation.
 
Pilot Controlled Lighting
The Redlands Municipal Airport installed pilot controlled lighting on the runway of the airport in 2006.  This feature enables pilots to activate the runway lights at night on approach which saves energy by allowing the lights to be off except when activated. 
 
Adoption of U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement
The City Council endorsed the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement on October 18, 2007, establishing an umbrella environmental policy to pursue a broad range of environmental programs and initiatives. 
 
Energy Leader Partnership Agreement
The City executed an Energy Partnership Agreement with Southern California Edison in November of 2009 for the new program cycle, 2010-2012.  This agreement will reimburse the City for certain expenses related to energy conservation improvements at City facilities and for outreach and technical assistance to the residential and commercial sector. 
Formation of Climate Action Task Force
City Council Member, then Mayor (2009) Jon Harrison formed the Climate Protection Task Force in Winter 2009 for the purpose of developing a comprehensive list of climate protection recommendations for presentation to the City Council in late Summer, early Fall, 2009. 
 
Energy Efficiency and Conservations Block Grant Program
The City has received an allocation from the Department of energy under this grant program to construct a 115 kilowatt photovoltaic installation at the City’s wastewater treatment plant. This project has the potential to produce about 200,000 kilowatt hours per year over an expected lifespan of 30 years.  This represents a saving to the City in terms of electricity costs of about $16,000 annually.
 
Department of Energy Congressionally Directed Project
The City has received an allocation from the Department of energy under the 2010 Energy and Water and Other Related Agencies Appropriations Act.  The purpose of this project is to provide targeted upgrades to operations requiring the highest energy usage intensity among all City facilities. This suite of upgrades includes: heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment and controls, outdoor lighting, and water conveyance system management.
 
Energy Benchmarking
The City is currently involved in efforts to benchmark 4 of its buildings. The buildings included in this energy benchmark study include the three buildings that comprise City Hall and the A.K. Smiley Public Library. This unbiased energy benchmark helps the City to set investment priorities in regards to its Energy Leader Partnership with Southern California Edison and grant funds acquired to help improve the energy efficiency of City operations.  Energy benchmarking offers the City an established strategy in energy management that aides in gauging current performance, setting goals for future performance, following savings, and rewarding improvements.
 
Community Sustainability Plan completion and adoption
The City Council voted on March 1 to adopt the 97-page Plan that designates ten overarching areas of sustainability in which to achieve efficiency and overall sustainable practices. The overarching categories include: Energy Efficiency and Conservation; Water and Wastewater; Storing and Offsetting Carbon Emissions; Green Building; Waste Reduction and Recycling; Efficient Transportation and Low Carbon Fuels; Climate Friendly Purchasing; Land Use and Community Design; Renewable Energy; and Promoting Community and Individual Actions.

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2013 City Hall Calendar

City Hall Hours:
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Upcoming

Yesterday

  1. City Council Closed Session Meeting
    • Start time: 05:00pm
    • End date: Tuesday, June 18th
    • End time: 06:00pm

    • Agenda available to view at http://cityofredlands.org/councilvideo

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  2. City Council Meeting
    • Start time: 06:00pm
    • End date: Tuesday, June 18th
    • End time: 08:00pm

    • Agenda available to view at http://cityofredlands.org/councilvideo

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  3. Wildland Conservancy Adult Program
    • Start time: 06:00pm
    • End date: Tuesday, June 18th
    • End time: 07:00pm

    • Come hear the Wildland Conservancy of Oak Glen speak about their programs, facilities, and new book.

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Today

  1. Annual State of the Community Luncheon
    • Start time: 11:30am
    • End date: Wednesday, June 19th
    • End time: 01:00pm

    • The Redlands Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the Annual State of the Community Luncheon. The Honorable Mayor Pete Aguilar will present the program that will encapsulate the past year and offer insight into the future of Redlands.

      There will be an opportunity for questions from the floor.

      The cost of the luncheon is $35.00 per person, reservations are required. 909-793-2446

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  2. Post 261 Explorer Meeting
    • Start time: 06:30pm
    • End date: Wednesday, June 19th
    • End time: 08:30pm

    • Open Enrollment to join the Redlands Explorer Program is in January of every year, but you can pick-up and drop-off applications through-out the entire year at the Fire Administration office. Ages to join are between 15 years To 21 years old.

      Fire Administrative Office
      35 Cajon Street #12
      Redlands, CA 92373

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Tomorrow

  1. Market Night
    • Start time: 06:00pm
    • End date: Thursday, June 20th
    • End time: 09:00pm

    • Established in 1988, Redlands Market Night has established itself as one of the most successful certified farmers markets in Southern California! Vendors vie to participate in the event that has attracted thousands of weekly visitors since its inception. Visitors are welcomed into an inviting atmosphere complete with lighted trees, brick sidewalks, historic buildings, and great musical entertainment. Crowds are pleasantly surrounded by over 150 food and merchandise booths, not to mention the downtown shopkeepers, every Thursday night.

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Friday, June 21st

  1. City Hall Closed
    • Start time: 07:30am
    • End date: Friday, June 21st
    • End time: 05:30pm

    • Extended service hours are offered in order for the public to conduct City business before and after traditional business hours. City staff is available 9 hours a day to serve you. City Hall offices are closed every other Friday.

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Saturday, June 22nd

  1. Saturday Morning Certified Farmers Market
    • Start time: 08:00am
    • End date: Saturday, June 22nd
    • End time: 11:00am

    • The City’s successful Saturday Morning Certified Farmers Market brings fresh local produce to historic downtown Redlands every Saturday.

      The Saturday Morning Certified Farmers’ Market began June 6, 2009, bringing local growers to the City parking lot south of Redlands Boulevard between Fifth and Sixth streets near Ed Hales Park. The market operates from 8 to 11 a.m. every Saturday, excluding holiday weekends.

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  2. Household Hazardous Waste collection
    • Start time: 09:30am
    • End date: Saturday, June 22nd
    • End time: 12:30pm

    • During operating hours, residents can dispose of household materials including, outdated prescription medication (with the exception of controlled substances), outdated pet prescription medication, paint products, chemical cleaners, pesticides, fertilizers, hobby/pool supplies, automotive oil, filters, brake fluid, transmission fluid, anti-freeze, gasoline, and propane tanks.

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  3. Wine & Music - June is Jumpin' Event
    • Start time: 04:00pm
    • End date: Saturday, June 22nd
    • End time: 07:00pm

    • June is Jumpin' Event
      Paxton Cellars, State Street Winery, The Dregs, Hangar 24 and more! Come on downtown to Ed Hales Park for an afternoon of summertime wine tastings and great music. Tickets will be available for $20, which includes the wine tasting, wineglass, light refreshments and entertainment.

      For more information call 909-798-7629

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Monday, June 24th

  1. Environmental Review Committee

Tuesday, June 25th

  1. Planning Commission Meeting

Wednesday, June 26th

  1. Townhall Meeting
    • Start time: 06:00pm
    • End date: Wednesday, June 26th
    • End time: 08:00pm

    • Redlands Police Chief Mark A. Garcia and Fire Chief Jeff L. Frazier will hold a joint town hall meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, in the Redlands City Council Chambers. The meeting will be televised live to cable television customers on Redlands TV.

      Frazier and Garcia will answer questions regarding public safety issues.

      In addition to answering questions from the audience, the Police and Fire Chiefs will also take questions by email and live via the Redlands Police Department’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/RedlandsPoliceDepartment and the Redlands Fire Department’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/RedlandsFireDepartment. Questions will be answered live online as time permits.

      The Town Hall meeting is part of the City of Redlands’ efforts to promote citizen involvement, in keeping with the City’s commitment to transparency in every aspect of City government. By televising the meeting and taking questions via email and Facebook the departments hope to accommodate residents and address concerns of those who have other commitments or obligations but wish to have specific questions answered.

      The town hall will begin at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, in the City Council Chambers at 35 Cajon St. All are welcome and there is no cost to attend. Spanish translation will be available both at the meeting and online.

      Questions may be emailed in advance or during the meeting to Lt. Travis Martinez at tmartinez@redlandspolice.org, to Chief Frazier at jfrazier@confire.org or through either department’s Facebook page.

      Redlands Police and Fire Department press releases and other information are available on the department Facebook pages at www.facebook.com/redlandspolice or www.facebook.com/redlandsfiredepartment and on the City website at www.CityofRedlands.org

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  2. Post 261 Explorer Meeting
    • Start time: 06:30pm
    • End date: Wednesday, June 26th
    • End time: 08:30pm

    • Open Enrollment to join the Redlands Explorer Program is in January of every year, but you can pick-up and drop-off applications through-out the entire year at the Fire Administration office. Ages to join are between 15 years To 21 years old.

      Fire Administrative Office
      35 Cajon Street #12
      Redlands, CA 92373

    • View this event in Google Calendar

Thursday, June 27th

  1. Market Night
    • Start time: 06:00pm
    • End date: Thursday, June 27th
    • End time: 09:00pm

    • Established in 1988, Redlands Market Night has established itself as one of the most successful certified farmers markets in Southern California! Vendors vie to participate in the event that has attracted thousands of weekly visitors since its inception. Visitors are welcomed into an inviting atmosphere complete with lighted trees, brick sidewalks, historic buildings, and great musical entertainment. Crowds are pleasantly surrounded by over 150 food and merchandise booths, not to mention the downtown shopkeepers, every Thursday night.

    • View this event in Google Calendar

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