RESOLUTION NO. 36389

Authorize Memo of Understanding between the Office of Sustainable Development and the Portland Development Commission to foster sustainable business practices, promote sustainable development and expand the sustainable industries sector of the regional economy (Resolution)

WHEREAS, the MOU outlines a plan to coordinate, strengthen and create appropriate public sector tools needed to foster sustainable business practices, promote sustainable development, and expand the sustainable industries sector of the regional economy,

WHEREAS, the City of Portland is committed to public sector leadership of sustainability principles and to the belief that the economic, environmental and social wellbeing of the metropolitan region depends upon such principles,

WHEREAS, the Portland Development Commission provides business development tools, including financial incentives and technical assistance, and works to foster target industry development,

WHEREAS, the Office of Sustainable Development has technical expertise and large networks related to sustainable technologies, products and services,

WHEREAS, working together, these two agencies can provide personalized assistance to businesses producing sustainable products and services and create a welcome business environment for sustainable industry growth,

WHEREAS, this MOU is designed to stimulate greater collaboration and improve communication between the two agencies and among private sector partners,

WHEREAS, the MOU outlines the following goals with regards to sustainable economic development: 1) increase Portland-area employment in sustainable industries, 2) bolster revenue to Portland sustainable industries and 3) reduce costs and improve efficiencies for businesses by implementing sustainable practices,

WHEREAS, the Office of Sustainable Development and the Portland Development Commission will seek resources to support the strategies and activities listed within the MOU,

THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Office of Sustainable Development is hereby directed to enter into a Memo of Understanding with the Portland Development Commission.

BACKING SHEET INFORMATION

AGENDA NO. 312-2006

ORDINANCE/RESOLUTION/COUNCIL DOCUMENT NO. 36389