nyuuzyou/wikis huggingface dataset:
Wilsonville, OR Resolution Regarding Funding of a Shared Bicycle and Pedestrian Path

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 6/19/06
Source File: http://www.ci.wilsonville.or.us/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=719
Text:
RESOLUTION NO. 2007
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF WILSONVILLE AUTHORIZING STAFF TO APPLY FOR ODOT TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT (TE) PROGRAM FUNDING TO BUILD A SHARED USE BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN PATH UNDER INTERSTATE-5.
WHEREAS, the Transportation Enhancement (TE) program provides federal highway funds for projects that strengthen the cultural, aesthetic or environmental value of our transportation system; and
WHEREAS, eligible projects include the provision of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, as well as landscaping and other scenic beautification; and
WHEREAS, the Wilsonville City Council desires to provide a safe and efficient bicycle and pedestrian environment throughout the community and particularly in the vicinity of the Wilsonville Road and Interstate-5 (I-5) interchange; and
WHEREAS, due to the location of I-5 in the center of the city, bicyclists and pedestrians who wish to cross from one side of the community to the other find it difficult and often intimidating, deterring the use of desirable non-motorized modes of transportation; and
WHEREAS, due to the volume of vehicular traffic, and the planned width of Wilsonville Road, there is a strong desire to enhance bicycle and pedestrian safety, while improving aesthetics; and
WHEREAS, the proposed streetscape enhancements will improve the overall appearance and function of bicycle and pedestrian facilities in the vicinity of the I-5/Wilsonville Road interchange encouraging more users of non-motorized forms of transportation; and
WHEREAS, ODOT requires adoption of a Resolution by City Council endorsing the proposed project as part of the application submittal requirements; and
WHEREAS, Staff has completed the Notice of Intent application and has received approval to proceed to full application; and
WHEREAS, the proposed TE amount is $750,000.00 with a required 10.27% match; and
WHEREAS, as part of the proposed enhancement package, the City would be required to perform routine maintenance of the enhancements requiring an IGA between ODOT and the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF WILSONVILLE RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
1. Approval of this Resolution authorizes the Staff to apply for ODOT Transportation Enhancement program funds for the construction of a raised multi-modal path under I-5 on both sides of Wilsonville Road.
Category:City Governments
Category:Foot-Powered Transportation
Category:Oregon
Category:Resolutions
Wisconsin Iraq withdrawal initiatives

== Local Initiatives in Wisconsin regarding withdrawal from Iraq ==
Jurisdiction: 22 towns in Wisconsin
Type: Initiative
Status: Adopted in N towns, defeated in M
Date: 
Full text: see http://www.wnpj.org/node/2752
Summary: 22 towns in Wisconsin voted on whether the United States should withdraw its troops from Iraq
Category:Ballot Initiatives
Category:City Governments
Category:Peace
Category:Wisconsin
Woodinville, WA Endorsing King County 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 9/11/06
Source File: http://www.ci.woodinville.wa.us/Documents/CityHall/Resolutions/Resolution%20326.pdf
Text:
RESOLUTION NO. 326
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF WOODINVILLE, WASHINGTON, ENDORSING THE GOALS OF "A ROOF OVER EVERY BED IN KING COUNTY: OUR COMMUNITY'S TEN-YEAR PLAN TO END HOMELESSNESS" AND STATING THE INTENT OF THE CITY OF WOODINVILLE TO WORK WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AND GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THIS PLAN.
WHEREAS, it is estimated that there are over 8,000 people who
experience homelessness in King County on any given night; and
WHEREAS, in 2004, eleven percent of homeless households reported
North or East King County as their last permanent address; and
WHEREAS, a additional attention is needed to restructure our region's
existing homelessness services system from managing homelessness to
preventing and ending homelessness; and
WHEREAS, the community, including local governments, the United Way
of King County, the faith community, the business community, and non-profit
organizations have worked over the last several years to develop a plan outlining
new efforts to address homelessness;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WOODINVILLE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council endorses the goals of "A Roof Over Every
Bed in King County: Our Community's Ten-Year Plan to End Homelessness" and
concurs with the Plan's "commitment to ensure that there is an appropriate,
affordable roof over the bed of everyone living in King County - whether young or
old, living alone or with families, sick or well."
Section 2. The City pledges to work with other governmental officials,
the United Way of King County, faith and civic groups, communities of color,
philanthropies, the business community, non-profit housing and service
providers, and others to implement this plan over the next ten years.
Section 3. The City Council approves the guiding principles provided in
the attached Interest Statement regarding the Ten-Year Plan to End
Homelessness in King County.
Section 4. The City recognizes that additional resources will be
required in order to meet the ambitious goals included in the Ten-Year Plan to
End Homelessness and that local government resources are not adequate to
achieve these goals. Therefore, the City of Woodinville will support efforts to
increase funding at the federal and state levels to pursue the goals of the Ten-
Year Plan to End Homelessness.
Category:City Governments
Category:Homelessness
Category:Resolutions
Category:Washington
Woodland, CA Residential Street Tree Rebate Program

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://www.cityofwoodland.org/indexSub.cfm?page=476502
Description:
Residential Street Tree Rebate
Thank you for your interest in the City of Woodland's Tree Rebate Program. Under this program, the City will reimburse the purchase price of residential street tree(s) up to $75 per address.
Why Plant Street Trees?
Trees cool hot streets, sidewalks and homes, resulting in significant energy savings. They filter harmful carbon dioxide from the air and replace it with life-giving oxygen. Trees also give shelter to wildlife, muffle noise and provide privacy. Overall, trees increase property values, add beauty and grace to our community, and become a priceless heritage for future generations.
How Does It Work?
Participation in the Rebate Program is easy - just complete the following steps:
1. Read the Rebate Conditions below, and use the information on the Master Street Tree List to choose the best tree for your yard.
2. Buy your tree. Be sure to save the receipt from your purchase to submit with your rebate application.
3. Plant your tree. Refer to the Planting and Staking Detail for our suggested planting method.
4. Complete the Rebate Application and return it, along with proof of purchase, to
Tree Rebate
Public Works Department
655 N. Pioneer Ave.
Woodland, CA 95776-6112
Rebate Conditions - Please Read Carefully
1. Tree(s) must be on the Approved Master Street Tree List and a minimum size of five (5) gallons.
2. Tree(s) must be planted in front yard of a residential lot. We recommend following the City of Woodland's planting guidelines to avoid future conflicts with utility lines, concrete work and other landscaping. Important Note: The property owner will be responsible for all future tree maintenance.
3. Maximum rebate allowed is $75 per address.
4. Original sales receipt must be included with rebate application as proof of purchase.
5. Tenants who wish to participate should contact their property owner/manager prior to purchasing and planting tree(s). The City will verify property owner consent before rebate is issued.
6. All residents who comply with the conditions listed above will receive a rebate from the City of Woodland. Rebate checks will typically be issued within two to three weeks. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 661-5962.
Category:California
Category:City Governments
Category:Programs
Category:Trees and Forests
World Conservation Monitoring Centre

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Conservation_Monitoring_Centre
International environmental organizations -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:International_environmental_organizations
United Nations Environment Programme -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:United_Nations_Environment_Programme
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Category:Environmental Laws
Category:Environmental Protection
Category:United Nations
Worthington, OH Protect Consumers from Unfair Practices of Credit Card Industry

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 6/16/08
Source File: http://www.worthington.org/uploads/File/Resolutions/23-2008_Protect_Consumers_Credit_Cards_-_Cordray_s_Office.pdf
Text:
RESOLUTION NO. 23-2008
To Urge the National Credit Union Administration, the Federal Reserve Board and the Office of Thrift Supervision to Adopt the Reforms Proposed for the Federal Trade Commission Act, Truth in Savings Act, and Truth in Lending Act to Protect Consumers from Unfair and Abusive Practices by the Credit Card Industry.
WHEREAS, many responsible consumers are being harmed by a growing number
of fees, penalties, and interest charges attached to bill payments and credit card debts;
and,
WHEREAS, the home foreclosure crisis serves as a daily reminder of the need for
responsible federal regulation to protect citizens from unfair predatory business practices;
and,
WHEREAS, the proposal form the National Credit Union Administration, the
Federal Reserve Board and the Office of Thrift Supervision will help consumers in our
community avoid excess fees and unfair charges that put their personal financial stability
in jeopardy; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed regulations will put an end to business practices that
only serve to increase the amount of interest and fees that are owed and trap more
consumers in a cycle of debt; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed regulations will help to provide responsible consumers
with greater piece of mind that the terms they agreed to when they opened their credit
card accounts will not be changed unexpectedly or without their knowledge; and,
WHEREAS, through the adoption of these principles, the National Credit Union
Administration, the Federal Reserve Board and the Office of Thrift Supervision will help
to protect our community’s quality of life by preventing financial hardship and lessening
the demands on our local social-services providers for help; and,
WHEREAS, this resolution constitutes an emergency measure for the immediate
preservation of public peace, property, health, or safety;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Municipality of
Worthington, County of Franklin, State of Ohio:
SECTION 1. This Council urges the National Credit Union Administration, the
Federal Reserve Board and the Office of Thrift Supervision to adopt the reforms
proposed for the Federal Trade Commission Act, Truth in Savings Act, and Truth in
Lending Act to protect consumers from unfair and abusive practices by the credit card
industry.
SECTION 2. That the Clerk of Council be and hereby is instructed to record this
Resolution in the appropriate record book, and directed to transmit copies of this
resolution to the National Credit Union Administration, the Federal Reserve Board, the
Office of Thrift Supervision and the members of Ohio’s Congressional delegation via
Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray’s office.
Category:City Governments
Category:Ohio
Category:Predatory Lending
Category:Resolutions
Writers to Follow

Eco-Writers / Featured @GreenPolicy 
/ A
-- Edward Abbey
/ B
-- Wendell Berry
-- Christopher Bird
-- Stewart Brand
-- J.J. Brown
-- David Brower
-- Lester Brown
/ C
-- Ernest Callenbach
-- Rachel Carson
-- Barry Commoner
-- Heidi Cullen
/ D
-- Debra Dadd-Redalla
-- Cornelia Dean
-- Jared Diamond
-- Marjory Stoneman Douglas
/ E
-- Lorraine Elliot
/ F
-- Matthew Fox
-- David Foreman
-- Buckminster Fuller
/ G
-- Al Gore
/ H 
-- Paul Hawken
/ I
-- Stewart W. Holmes
/ J
/ K
-- Sherilynn Kenyon
-- Elizabeth Kolbert
-- Robert Kunzig
/ L
-- Winona LaDuke
-- Aldo Leopold
-- Lyanda Lynn Haupt
-- Amory Lovins
-- Mark Lynas
/ M 
-- Bill McKibben
-- T.C. McLuhan
-- John McPhee
-- Jerry Mander
-- Bill Mollison 
-- George Monbiot
-- Elizabeth Moon
-- Chris Mooney
-- John Muir
-- Norman Myers
/ N
-- Kathleen Norris
/ O
-- David Orr''
/ P
-- John Perkins''
-- Michael Pollan
-- Pope Francis
/ Q
/ R
-- Andrew Revkin
-- Jeremy Rifkin
-- John Robbins
-- Paul Roberts
/ S 
-- Carl Sagan
-- John C. Sawhill
-- Jonathan Schell
-- Philip Shabecoff
-- Gary Snyder
-- Rebecca Solnit
-- Charlene Spretnak
/ T 
-- Sarah McFarland Taylor
/ U
-- Richard Tarnas
-- Peter Tompkins
-- Steward Udall
/ V, W, X, Y, Z 
-- Van Jones
-- Jonathan Weiner
-- Edward O. Wilson
:○ ○ ○ ○
Category:Eco-Quotes
Yakima County, WA Homeless Network Plan

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 1/25/05
Source File: http://www.mrsc.org/ords/Y331R66-2005.pdf
Text:
RESOLUTION NO. 66-2005
WHEREAS, an estimated 4,500 Yakima County residents are without safe, permanent
housing; and
WHEREAS, the Homeless Network of Yakima County is a consortium of 37 providers
and consumers focused on reducing homelessness in Yakima County by 2014; and
WHEREAS, the Homeless Network of Yakima County believes that a community
commitment to carrying out these approaches and strategies will positively impact those who are
already homeless as well as those at risk of becoming homeless and by doing so the quality of
life can and will be enhanced for individuals, families, and Yakima County as a whole; and
WHEREAS, the Homeless Network of Yakima County Plan to Reduce Homelessness in
Yakima County by 2014 promotes coordinating and linking resources to build a comprehensive
system to end homelessness and prevent return to homelessness and moving homeless
individuals and families beyond shelter to permanent housing and self-sufficiency;
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of Yakima County Commissioners that
they have read the aforementioned plan and find it to be sound and viable.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board endorses the plan and hereby authorizes
the Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners to sign.
Category:County Governments
Category:Homelessness
Category:Resolutions
Category:Washington
Yale Univ., CT Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy

Type: Policy
Status: Published in August 2007
Source File: http://www.yale.edu/sustainability/greenhouse9_112.pdf
Introduction:
Yale University has a long tradition
of leadership in the consequential
societal issues facing each generation.
In keeping with this tradition, Yale University is committed to developing and implementing best practices for a sustainable campus. A primary component
of Yale’s Sustainability Strategic
Framework is a greenhouse gas reduction
goal. This goal has guided the development of an aggressive and informed
response to perhaps the most challenging issue facing our world today:
global warming. The challenge facing Yale is the same as the challenge
facing the industrialized world: to drastically reduce emissions while also planning for future growth and development. We hope that by openly sharing our continued efforts, including
our goal, lessons learned, strategies
and results, Yale’s actions will lead to similar commitments to greenhouse gas reductions by other institutions of higher learning nationally and globally.
Yale University is committed to the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions
to 10% below 1990 levels by the year 2020 – a 43% reduction from 2005 levels. At the same time Yale has plans to expand from the current 13.5M gross square foot campus by nearly 15% by 2020 while bringing old buildings
up to modern standards. Yale’s greenhouse gas emissions reflect two on-campus power plants and purchased
electricity. Our emission standards
currently do not reflect transportation
or travel though this is under analysis for 2008.
Yale’s priority is to achieve greenhouse gas reductions via implementing initiatives on its campus and owned land, with the balance of planned reductions being achieved via partnering
with outside entities. Our strategy is organized by energy conservation, renewable and clean energy technology and investments in carbon offsets. Currently it appears that as much as half of all reductions will be achieved on Yale’s campus and land. As new, cleaner technologies emerge in this expanding industry, we hope to increase this percentage significantly.
Energy conservation and alternative energy projects requiring significant capital investment by the University are evaluated on the basis of “resulting carbon reduction per operating dollar incurred.” Projects yielding the largest return are undertaken first so that emission reductions can be achieved as quickly as possible.
The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy is ambitious and it impacts all parts of the Yale campus. Meeting our goal will require the active participation of all of Yale’s community, faculty, students, and staff. Current information regarding Yale’s progress can be found at www.yale.edu/sustainability.
Category:Climate Policy
Category:Colleges
Category:Connecticut
Category:Policies
Yale University, CT Statement on Sustainable Purchasing

Type: Policy
Status: In effect
Source File: http://www.yale.edu/procurement/greenPurchase/sustainabilitystatement.htm
Text:
All Requests for Proposals and Requests for Information from Yale University should include the following statement:
“In adherence with The University’s strong commitment to sustainability, Yale Purchasing Services actively researches and solicits quotes on environmentally preferable goods and services. Environmentally preferable goods and services are those which have a reduced negative effect on human health and/or the environment when compared to comparable products and services. Such goods and services include, but are not limited to, those which are made from recycled content, conserve natural resources, minimize pollution, reduce the use of water and energy, reduce environmental health hazards to workers and our community, support strong recycling markets, reduce materials that are landfilled, increase the use and availability of environmentally preferable products, and produced locally. Additionally, the University will reward suppliers who reduce environmental impacts in their production and distribution systems or services and give back to their communities. 
Yale University is committed to purchasing products that have earned industry approved ecolabels and certifications or that meet the standards said ecolabels and certification programs wherever possible and practical. 
Examples of such programs include, but are not limited to:
:Energy Star (http://www.energystar.gov)
:Greenguard (http://www.greenguard.org)
:Green Seal (http://www.greenseal.org)
:Terra Choice (formerly Environmental Choice) (http://www.environmentalchoice.com/English/Home/)
:Forest Stewardship Council Certification (http://www.fscus.org)
:Veriflora (http://www.veriflora.com)
:Scientific Certification Systems (http://www.scscertified.com/)
SCS has many certification programs, such as Sustainable Choice, Indoor Air Quality, etc. 
All suppliers are encouraged to visit the websites for these ecolabeling and certification programs for complete product specifications and updated lists of qualifying products.
In an effort to track the environmental characteristics of the companies with which we work, The University requests that you list and describe your specific sustainability initiatives as they relate to manufacturing processes and corporate practices. Additionally, please complete the Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Supplier form to provide detail on your environmental business practices for consideration as a supplier to Yale.”
Include the following statement when considering the purchase of electronic products:
“Yale University is committed to purchasing products that have earned the Energy Star label, and have met the Energy Star specifications for energy efficiency, wherever possible and practical. All vendors are encouraged to visit http://www.energystar.gov for complete product specifications and updated lists of qualifying products.”
Category:Buy Green Policy
Category:Colleges
Category:Connecticut
Category:Policies
Yemen

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yemen
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Yemen
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
http://www.theguardian.com/world/yemen 
http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/yemen
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
War in Yemen
Verified reports indicate that the sites and monuments that have been destroyed or severely damaged by bombing and other means include the World Heritage Site of the Old City of Sana’a; the old city of Sa’adah with the 1,200 year old mosque of Imam al-Hadi, on Yemen’s World Heritage Tentative List; the Dhamar Museum; the archaeological site of the pre-Islamic walled city of Baraqish; and the Marib Dam, among many other cultural heritage landmarks...
○
Doctors without Borders - http://www.dw.com/en/people-in-yemen-just-want-peace-msf-says/a-18591848
 
World's Worst Humanitarian Crisis
• http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/25/world/middleeast/yemen-saudi-arabia-houthis.html 
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yemeni_Civil_War_(2015)
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_modern_conflicts_in_the_Middle_East
• http://www.economist.com/news/middle-east-and-africa/21659578-fall-aden-saudi-led-coalition-does-not-presage-peace-any-time-soon-bitter
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
INDC
Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) -- 2015 
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intended_Nationally_Determined_Contributions
 Yemen's INDC plan - PDF
• http://www.mapsopensource.com/yemen?url=yemen
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/68/Yemen_on_the_globe_%28Afro-Eurasia_centered%29.svg/797px-Yemen_on_the_globe_%28Afro-Eurasia_centered%29.svg.png
Al Hajjara of the Secret Cities of Yemen
Category:Yemen
Category:Middle East
Category:Location
Category:Countries
Category:Agricultural Economics
Category:Ecological Economics
Category:Economic Development
Category:Human Rights
Category:INDC
Yolo County, CA In Support of Breastfeeding

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 7/27/04
Source File: http://www.yolocounty.org/org/bos/agendas/2004/072704/06.pdf (2nd Resolution)
Text:
Resolution No. 04-123
Whereas, current research indicates that exclusive breastfeeding for the first six
months of life provides children with the most complete form of nutrition and supports
optimum growth and development; and
Whereas, all available knowledge indicates that human milk optimally enhances
the well-being of the infant by providing protection against specific infection and
allergies and promotes maternal-infant bonding; and
Whereas, breastfeeding is associated with a lower risk of chronic conditions
such as obesity, diabetes, and asthma later in life; and
Whereas, breastfeeding enhances a child’s cognitive development thus leading
to improved academic performance in later years; and
Whereas, breastfeeding is recognized by major medical organizations, such as
the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the
American Dietetic Association, the National Association of WIC Directors, UNICEF and
WHO as the preferred method of infant feeding and is supported by them throughout
the early years of life; and
Whereas, the families of Yolo County need reliable sources of information to
make informed and educated choices about the care and feeding of their infants; and
Whereas, the theme of “Exclusive Breastfeeding: The Gold Standard-Safe,
Sound, and Sustainable” focuses on helping people worldwide to understand the
importance of exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life.
Now, therefore be it resolved that the Board of Supervisors of Yolo County, do
hereby proclaim the month of August 2004 as World Breastfeeding Month and urge all
citizens to join us in supporting breastfeeding as a high priority for healthier babies in
our County.
Category:California
Category:County Governments
Category:Health
Category:Resolutions