Title
Consideration of Resolution Concerning the Oil-by-Rail Industry, Hydraulic Fracturing, and Oil Exports
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to adopt the Resolution Concerning the Oil-by-Rail Industry, Hydraulic Fracturing, and Oil Exports
Report
Issue:
Shall the City Council adopt the attached Resolution?
Staff Contact:
Darren Nienaber, Interim City Attorney, 360.753.8338
Presenter(s):
Darren Nienaber, Interim City Attorney, 360.753.8338
Background and Analysis:
At the City Council's November 18, 2014 meeting, Mayor Pro-Tem Jones presented a proposed resolution concerning the oil-by-rail industry, hydraulic fracturing, and oil exports. Mayor Pro-Tem Jones asked that the resolution be scheduled on the Council's November 25, 2014, Consent Calendar. The Council agreed to schedule the resolution for its November 25, 2014 meeting.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Protection of Olympia's assets, including its drinking water supply, public safety, and environmental protection.
Options:
1. Approve the Resolution as presented.
2. Amend, then take action to approve the Resolution as amended.
3. Do not take any action.
Financial Impact:
None.