HAMILTON, ON - August 5, 2005 - Hamilton is very excited to be embarking upon the construction of its new Environmental Laboratory and Administration Building. This facility has the potential to be Canada’s first accredited LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) laboratory. Certification is awarded by the Canadian Green Building Council. The Canadian LEED program recognizes design excellence through the improved energy and environmental design of buildings.
WHO: Mayor Larry Di Ianni
Ward 4 Councillor Sam Merulla
Scott Stewart, General Manager of Public Works
| Jim Harnum, Senior Director of Water and Wastewater
Residents of Hamilton
All Local Media
WHAT: Groundbreaking for Hamilton’s new Environmental Laboratory
and Administration Building
WHERE: Corner of Woodward Avenue and Brampton Street
Parking and entrance for site on Brampton Street
WHEN: Monday, August 8, 2005 at 10:00 a.m.
WHY: Hamilton’s new Environmental Laboratory and Administration
Building has the potential to be Canada’s first LEED accredited
laboratory.
An excellent photo opportunity to showcase Hamilton’s dedication to the economic, social and environmental health and well-being of the residents of Hamilton
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Media Contact:
Jim Harnum, 905-546-2424 ext. 4483
Senior Director, Water and Wastewater
Public Works