Support schools and hospitals buying milk without growth hormones
In Plain English
The city would formally encourage local schools, hospitals, and other public institutions to buy milk from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones. This resolution expresses the city's preference but does not require any organization to change suppliers. If approved, institutions can still choose their own milk based on cost and availability.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
Adopted Resolution No. 122B-09
5 aye · 0 nay · 2 absent
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved a resolution encouraging local schools, hospitals, and other public institutions to buy milk from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones. This is a symbolic gesture that expresses the city's preference but doesn't require any organization to actually change their milk suppliers or spending. Institutions can still choose milk based on cost and availability, as the resolution carries no enforcement power. The vote was 5-0 with two members absent.
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