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<br />8A <br />Page 7 <br /> <br />. A photovoltaic system designed to generate 39.4 percent of the building's electricity. <br />. Workspaces with access to windows or a natural light source. <br />. A majority of the wood used in the project is Forest Stewardship Council Certified <br />meaning it has been harvested in a sustainable manner. <br />. Carpet made of recycled materials. <br />. Men's rooms with waterless urinals. <br />. A special pond built outside to capture water off the roof to help mitigate flooding in the <br />nearby creeks. Landscaping irrigated with reclaimed water. <br /> <br />Additional Information <br /> <br />The Rohnert Park has information about the city's sustainable policies including its new green <br />building ordinance on its Web site at www.cLrohnert-park.ca.us. <br /> <br />United States Green Building Council has information about its LEED program on its Web site at <br />www.L1sqbc.orQ. <br /> <br />Call for Entries: Helen Putnam Awards Celebrate Excellence in City Government <br /> <br />Since 1982, the Helen Putnam Awards have recognized outstanding city programs that improve <br />the quality of life in local communities through efficient, innovative efforts that are responsive to <br />residents' needs. Applications are due in April for the 2008 Helen Putnam Awards. <br /> <br />If your city implements programs with these standards in any of the below 11 categories, consider <br />applying for a 2008 Helen Putnam Award. <br /> <br />The Helen Putnam Awards, supported by the League of California Cities' Partner program, <br />recognize the excellence of California cities as demonstrated by beneficial innovations, <br />resourceful efficiencies, improved public service, and overall enhanced public trust and support. <br /> <br />This year, there will be one award per category. <br /> <br />Categories for the 2008 Helen Putnam Awards <br /> <br />1. Effective Advocacy, Intergovernmental Relations and Regional Cooperation <br />2. Housing Programs and Innovations <br />3. Enhancing Public Trust, Ethics and Community Involvement <br />4. Health and Wellness Programs <br />5. Planning and Environmental Quality <br />6. Community Services and Economic Development <br />7. Internal Administration <br />8. Public Safety <br />9. Public Works, Infrastructure and Transportation <br />10. Ruth Vreeland Award for Engaging Youth in City Govemment <br />11. League. Partners Award for Excellence in City-Business Relations <br /> <br />Application Process <br /> <br />The Helen Putnam Award application form is available on the League's Web site at <br />www.cacities.orq/helenputnam. <br /> <br />Applications are due at the League's office by April 10. <br /> <br />Send applications to: <br /> <br />League of California Cities <br />Helen Putnam Awards Program <br />1400 K Street, 4th Floor <br />Sacramento, CA 95814 <br /> <br />7 <br />