Title
Proclamation for Clean Air Action Day
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life on McKinney
(5C: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements in the City of McKinney)
MEETING DATE: June 2, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
CONTACT: Steve Tilton, Assistant City Manager
Ryan Gillingham, Public Works Director
Eric Hopes, Senior Environmental Services Manager
Sujata Gautam, Sustainability Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION: No action
ITEM SUMMARY: The proclamation recognizes June 5, 2026, as Clean Air Action Day in McKinney, Texas and encourages residents, businesses, and organizations to engage in practices that reduce air pollution and improve regional air quality.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
? Clean air is essential to protecting public health, supporting environmental sustainability, and maintaining a high quality of life for McKinney residents.
? The City of McKinney has adopted a Sustainability Roadmap and continues to support initiatives that reduce air pollution through education, community engagement, sustainable practices, and regional collaboration.
? The Dallas-Fort Worth region continues to experience ozone pollution challenges that impact the health, environment, and economic vitality of North Texas communities. Everyday actions such as reducing vehicle idling, conserving energy, telecommuting, walking, biking, and using cleaner transportation options can help improve regional air quality.
? The City of McKinney is a partner of Air North Texas, a regional public awareness campaign that encourages voluntary actions to improve air quality across North Texas.
? Air Quality Alerts help residents make informed decisions during periods of elevated zone or particle pollution and encourage actions that reduce emissions and protect public health.
? The proclamation supports community awareness and reinforces the City's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY: No fiscal impact is anticipated as...
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