If you appreciate the look of our clean city buses, your gratitude should be two-fold. Not only does Santa Clarita’s Transit Maintenance Facility serve as a place to maintain and clean the city’s fleet of buses, it is a recognized facility for being environmentally responsible, as well. A “Gold” rating from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System was recently awarded to the city because of measurable high standards at the facility.
Efficiency at the facility saves the city more than one million dollars annually. The LEED plaque, a nationwide designation, is bestowed on buildings that are healthy environments to live and work at, profitable and environmentally responsible.
“This recognition is an honor to receive because it acknowledges our City’s commitment to environmental stewardship and social responsibility. Each year our City strives to reduce operating costs, conserve our natural resources and create a cleaner, healthier Santa Clarita,” says Mayor Marsha McLean.
The Transit Maintenance Facility, located in Rye Canyon Industrial Park, accommodates 110 bus parking spaces, an automated bus wash, diesel and compressed natural gas stations as well as administration and bus maintenance buildings.
To earn certification, a facility must meet prerequisites and performance benchmarks within categories including: the reduction of waste sent to landfills, energy and water conservation, reduction of harmful greenhouse gas emissions, lower operating costs and increased asset values. Credits in each category count toward certified silver, gold or platinum certification and result in tax rebates, zoning allowances and other incentives.
For further information, visit www.santa-clarita.com/cip/.
