City Operations

We’re finding ways to make our operations more sustainable. Some of the things we’re doing or planning to do include:

Using high efficiency LED lights in all traffic signals
Promoting waste diversion programs like using compostable cutlery/dishes at special events
Double-sided printing and using recycled paper in all offices
Installing drip bags around trees on City property to reduce water use
Using recycled tires in the development of Fuhr Sports Park’s playing field

As well, City Council has adopted two formal policies:

Anti-Idling Policy for City vehicles
Green Buildings Policy for all new and major renovations

City Hall renovation / retrofit

City Hall was renovated to improve customer access to services and minimize environmental impact. It is a LEED Certified building. (Learn more about Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design External ). Project highlights include:

Increased insulation and natural lighting
Improved air quality
Low flow water fixtures and toilets
Water efficient landscaping
20 per cent of the construction materials were locally purchased
Building materials were reused and construction waste was recycled where possible
As a result of the renovations, the building’s energy use has declined by 16 per cent, its natural gas use is down 43 per cent, and waste has been reduced by 78 per cent.

To find out more, watch this short documentary:

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What’s next?

Future opportunities include:

New Public Works building / shop renovation
Options for a greener fleet
Energy audit of City facilities
Increased efficiencies in outdoor water use
Sustainability based data collection and analysis
Expanded public education

	Greening City Hall
	Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
	Policies