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July 2013
nomic development, are all byproducts of
the community’s adoption of “Go Green,”
an initiative that has not only helped educate
City Staff and citizen about sustainability,
but has also inspired them to action.
Free energy audits, the providing of re-
bates and incentives for those who use more
efficient toilets and washers, HVAC sys-
tems, or EnergyStar approved windows and
appliances; these measures have resulted in
not only utility costs savings, but lower con-
sumption of electricity and water. Efforts
have spurred the adoption of alternative en-
ergy systems, with some residents provid-
ing more energy to the grid than what they
consume. The city has even installed a wind
turbine which helps power the lights at the
local soccer field. Klein says the expanding
of a rainwater harvesting program, which
includes residents receiving rebates for rain-
barrels acquired through “Rainwater Solu-
tions” will complement the community’s
drive to conserve water.
Amy Kirwin in San Marcos Parks De-
partment also coordinates the "Keep San
Marcos Beautiful” program, initiative intent
to bolster the city as the most beautiful in
the state. In striving to educate and engage
Habitat Plan
