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RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO
MARILYN KELLER UPON THE COMPLETION OF
HER TERM AS A UTILITIES ADVISORY COMMISSIONER
WHEREAS, Marilyn Keller has served as a Commissioner on the Utilities
Advisory Commission from October 18, 20qS through June 2012; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn Keller has provided dedicated service to the residents and
businesses of this community through review of Utilities policies and practices,
employing her extensive knowledge of energy efficiency, research and
development, and other Utilities matters; and .
WHEREAS, Marilyn Keller ably assisted the Utilities in the J!evelopment of the
10-year Energy Efficiency Plan, the Renewable Portfolio Standard, the Utilities
Strategic Plan, the Long-term Electric Acquisition Plan, the Gas Utility Long-term
Plan, and the 2010 Urban Water Management Plan; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn Keller, as a participant on the UAC's Technology and
Innovation subcommittee, provided substantial review of the proposed Utilities
Emerging Technology program; and
WHEREAS, of particular note, Marilyn Keller brought the added dimension of
advocacy for the City's schools and the role they can play in advancing water and
energy effiCiency programs; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn Keller's consideration of concerns raised by the public, and
her willingness to listen to different pOints of view, resulted in joint
recommendations by staff and the Commission to the City Council that were
adopted by the Council; and
WHEREAS, the City of Palo Alto desires to recognize the meritorious service of
Marilyn Keller.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Palo
Alto hereby commends the outstanding public service of Marilyn Keller and records
its appreciation as well as the appreciation of the citizens of this community for the
service and contribution rendered during her terms on the Utilities Advisory
Commission.
INTRODUCED AND PASSED: September 10, 2012
APPROVED: