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February 3, 2009 Senator Pretmer Solon Chair, Senate Committee on Energy, Utilities, Technology and Communications Senator Rosen Ranking Minority Member, Senate Committee on Energy, Utilities, Technology and Communications Representative Hilty Chair, House Energy Finance and Policy Committee Representative Westrom Republican Lead, House Energy Finance and Policy Committee RE: Report on Green Star Award Expansion Dear Senators and Representatives: As required by Laws of Minnesota 2008, Chapter 356, Section 13, we are transmitting the report, Minnesota GreenStep Cities. The report was prepared by Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERTs) and Center for Energy and Environment. It is the result of an extensive research and program design process with stakeholder participation from the League of Minnesota Cities, city officials, Minnesota Project, Green Institute, utility companies and others. This report provides recommendations to assist and recognize local governments that take actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve other environmental outcomes. The report represents a good start in identifying a wide range of possible options local governments could take to improve their environmental footprint. Of the recommendations themselves, no attempt has been made to prioritize based on benefits or cost-effectiveness. In moving forward at this time, we need to carefully consider the pace and resources required. Development of tools to measure success should be a priority. We look forward to discussing this report with you. In the meantime, please contact David Benke, Director of MPCAs Prevention and Assistance Division, at (651) 757-2221 with any questions or comments. Sincerely, Paul Eger Commissioner Minnesota Pollution Control Agency W, i Zid-, William L. Glahn Director, Office of Energy Security Deputy Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Commerce ffice of Minnesota Pollution Control Agency¢curlty�