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Cross Lake highlighted for sustainability program after earning GreenStep Step 3 recognition
Summary
Council heard a GreenStep Cities update describing Cross Lake's attainment of Step 3, citing solar panels, community garden, tree sales and trails as supporting evidence; organizers said the program provides resources and state‑level visibility.
A volunteer presenter updated the council on Cross Lake's participation in the GreenStep Cities program and reported the city achieved Step 3 recognition after documenting local sustainability practices including solar panels at the Cross Lake Presbyterian Church, a community garden, trail infrastructure and an active tree sale program. The presenter noted the recognition brings state‑level visibility and access to program resources and said an article about Cross Lake should appear in a regional publication soon.
The presenter framed GreenStep as a no‑cost program that encourages measurable sustainability actions and shared a summary of what earned the city its step recognition. Council thanked the volunteer organizer and noted the program's potential appeal to younger families and visitors seeking environmentally sustainable communities.
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