Title
Resolution Accepting the World Mayors Council on Climate Change Invitation to Join the Global Cities Covenant on Climate (Mexico City Pact) (B)
Explanation
The Gainesville City Commission has long recognized that cities play an important role in the fight against climate change. The Global Cities Covenant on Climate (Mexico City Pact) is a restatement of the City of Gainesville's goals to reduce CO2 emissions and mitigate the problems caused by climate change.
Recommendation
The City Commission discuss a proposed Resolution and appoint a Global Cities Covenant on Climate Secretariat to track the measurable, reportable, verifiable climate actions being undertaken by the City of Gainesville.
Fiscal Note
None at this time