Humboldt State University Energy Independence
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF HUMBOLDT STATE UNIVERSITY
ENERGY INDEPENDENCE
Adopted April 4, 2005
Whereas, the Associated Students of Humboldt State University wish to make our campus independent from external energy suppliers by using energy sources that do not deplete our natural resources or degrade the natural environment; and
Whereas, the official vision statement of Humboldt State University defines the University as, “ . . . a premier institution that is dedicated to the study and preservation of the environment and its natural resources”; and
Whereas, during the 2004 Associated Students General Elections HSU students passed with 85% of the vote the Humboldt Energy Independence Fund (HEIF) Fee ballot initiative, calling for a student fee which would allow students to fund, design, and implement sustainable energy projects; and
Whereas, the Associated Students believe that prompt implementation of the HEIF fee will cement HSU’s reputation for environmental responsibility; and
Whereas, the projects initiated by the HEIF will provide students with a unique curriculum unavailable at any other educational institution in the country; and
Whereas, implementing the HEIF will save Humboldt State University money at a time when energy costs continue to rise; and
Whereas, despite overwhelming student support, CSU Chancellor Reed refused to approve the HEIF fee because of a promise not to impose any new fees on the students under the current economic conditions; and
Whereas, the students of Humboldt State University acknowledge and accept these conditions, yet still chose to tax themselves, feeling the benefits of moving towards energy independence outweigh the detrimental effects of the fee; and
Whereas, HSU President Rollin Richmond has offered his full support for the
HEIF by means of a voluntary fee, and therefore be it
Resolved, that the Associated Students of Humboldt State University reiterate our plan to free our campus from dependence on external energy by means of the Humboldt Energy Independence Fund Fee as voted on an passed by the student body; and further be it
Resolved, that the Associated Students of Humboldt State University call upon CSU Chancellor Reed to allow HSU to implement the HEIF fee and in doing so remain consistent with the University’s official vision statement; and be it further
Resolved, that should the Chancellor refuse, the HSU Associated Students support the implementation of a waiveable “opt-out” HEIF fee, allowing students not to
participate if they so choose; and be it further
Resolved, that copies of this resolution be sent to, but not limited to the following:
CSU Chancellor Charles B. Reed, the CSU Board of Trustees, Senator Wesley Chesbro, Assemblywoman Patty Berg, the Arcata City Council, HSU President Rollin Richmond, Vice President of Administrative Affairs
Carl Coffey, Facilities Management Director Bob Schulz, the HSU Academic Senate, the California State Student Association,
The Lumberjack newspaper, and members of the local media.
Authored by:
Nicole Alvarado
Matt Clinton
Misty Hailstone
T. Cole Newton
Pearl Podgorniak
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Kyle Zeck, Legislative Vice President Samantha Williams-Gray, President
Signatures on file at the Associated Students.