District of Squamish Council passed the following Climate Emergency Resolution July 2, 2019:
WHEREAS the earth is currently on track to warm by more than 3 degrees Celsius; and
WHEREAS an October 8, 2018 report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) finds that it is necessary to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, rather than 2 degrees as previously understood, and that doing so “would require rapid, far- reaching and unprecedented changes in all aspects of society,” and that we have until 2030 to undertake these changes; and
WHEREAS the costs to Squamish for mitigating and adapting to the impact of climate change – including inter alia sea level rise, flooding, wildfire risk, and extreme precipitation – are significant; and
WHEREAS there is significant economic opportunity for our community if Squamish leads the transition from a fossil fuel-based economy to a modern economy; and
WHEREAS Squamish has taken action on sustainability as a signatory to the Climate Action Charter, the Official Community Plan 2040 identifies 21 specific policies to pursue on climate change adaptation and mitigation, and Squamish sponsored a Climate Emergency Resolution at LMLGA which was endorsed; and
WHEREAS Squamish’s youth are demanding meaningful and just climate action that prioritizes sustainable economics, as well as the health and liveability of the planet for future generations.
THAT council recognizes that climate change constitutes an emergency for the District of Squamish; and,
THAT the District of Squamish shall seek to support a transition off of fossil fuels in ways that prioritize those most vulnerable to climate impacts and most in need of support in transitioning to renewable energy; and,
THAT council shall continue to develop policy and demonstrate leadership that directs meaningful action on Squamish’s Climate Emergency Declaration; and
THAT the Climate Emergency Declaration shall be clearly at the heart of all future staff reports and operations; and
THAT council direct staff to report back with the following:
February 21, 2021 at 10:13 AM
Rainfall Warning issued for Howe Sound
Environment Canada has issued a Rainfall Warning for Howe Sound.
February 19, 2021 at 2:05 PM
High Streamflow Advisory issued for Howe Sound
The River Forecast Centre has issued a High Streamflow Advisory for Howe Sound.
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Herbert Vesely Oct 29, 2019, 3:42 PM (16 months ago)
In the 1st "Whereas" the year is missing when the 3 degree rise will be reached. It may be inferred by the 2nd "Whereas" but is needed for greater clarity in the first instance.
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