HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation 2024 Winter Salt Awareness Week
PROCLAMATION: WINTER SALT AWARENESS WEEK
JANUARY 22-26, 2024
WHEREAS, the City of Edina relies on deicing salt as part of its winter maintenance program
to maintain safe and accessible roadways; and
WHEREAS, all the salt applied to roadways ends up in our freshwater; and
WHEREAS, chloride contamination from deicing salt has been found in lakes, streams, and
groundwater in Edina’s Nine Mile Creek and Minnehaha Creek watersheds and across the state;
and
WHEREAS, reducing overuse of deicing salt reduces damage to infrastructure and property,
protects freshwater resources, and reduces harm to aquatic plants and animals; and
WHEREAS, it is crucial to raise awareness among residents, businesses, and local government
agencies about the responsible use of deicing salt to protect both public safety and the long-term
health of our freshwater resources; and
WHEREAS, Winter Salt Awareness Week provides an opportunity to educate our community
about the responsible use of deicing salt, including environmental considerations and effective
application methods; and
WHEREAS, the residents of Edina can contribute to deicing salt pollution reduction efforts
locally by learning about smart salting practices, engaging in safe winter driving, hiring trained
service providers, and participating in the ‘Low Salt, No Salt, Minnesota’ program; and
WHEREAS, the City is committed to promoting a sustainable approach to winter
maintenance for the benefit of present and future generations;
NOW, THEREFORE, we the City Council of the City of Edina, proclaim January 22-26, 2024
as
“WINTER SALT AWARENESS WEEK”
In the City of Edina and urge all residents, businesses, and city departments to take part in
activities and initiatives that promote the responsible use of deicing salt and encourage the
adoption of winter maintenance strategies which maintain safety while reducing environmental
harm.
Dated this 16th day of January, 2024.
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James B. Hovland, Mayor