The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) has developed a new program designed to recognize local governments in the 10-county Atlanta region that are making efforts towards environmental sustainability. Applicants are awarded points in 10 different categories.
Today, the City of Decatur officially became one of the first three certification recipients, with a bronze level certification. The City of Alpharetta received the bronze certification as well, and Cobb County received the silver level certification. Mayor Bill Floyd accepted the award on behalf of the City.
Highlights of Decatur’s application include the cool roof and solar hot water heater at Fire Station No. 2 in Oakhurst, rainwater reuse at the Public Works facility, and the use of green cleaning products by the facilities maintenance staff. A big thank you to ARC for coordinating this program, and to the city staff who are responsible for all of Decatur’s green initiatives- big and small.
