AGENDA DATE: 2/1/2017
TITLE:
Title
Environmental Quarterly Report - 2nd Quarter FY 17
BODY
SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Environmental Quarterly Report - 2nd Quarter FY 17
ITEM TYPE: Consent Information Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Walker, Letteri, Henry, Harper, and Lowe
PRESENTER (S): N/A
LEGAL REVIEW: Not Required
REVIEWED BY: Douglas C. Walker
BACKGROUND: The Environmental Compliance Manager initiated this report in 2015 to periodically update the Board on activities related to environmental compliance, pollution prevention, and energy management. As a consequence of the formation of the Department of Facilities and Environmental Services and the Environmental Services Division, staff have expanded the breadth of the report to include activities related to water quality protection, infrastructure management, and solid waste and recycling.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Natural Resources Stewardship - Thoughtfully protect and manage Albemarle County’s ecosystems and natural resources in both the rural and development areas to safeguard the quality of life of current and future generations. Infrastructure Investment - Prioritize, plan, and invest in critical infrastructure that responds to past and future changes and improves the capacity to serve community needs.
DISCUSSION: The attached quarterly report is provided to update the Board on initiatives and activities carried out by the Environmental Services Division. Activities are grouped in the following categories:
• environmental compliance
• energy management
• solid waste and recycling
• water quality protection
• infrastructure management
• staff development and training
BUDGET IMPACT: There is no budget impact related with the report.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
The report is to provide information only. No action is required.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attach A - Environmental Quarterly Report - 2nd Quarter FY 17