The City of Oceanside was honored on Thursday with a Beacon Spotlight Award at the League of California Cities annual conference in Long Beach. Oceanside received a Platinum Level award for Sustainability Best Practices from the Institute of Local Government in collaboration with the League of California Cities. Mayor Peter Weiss accepted the award on behalf of the city.

"Achieving sustainability in municipal operations requires a conscious and coordinated effort across all disciplines," said Russ Cunningham, Principal Planner for the City of Oceanside. "The Beacon Award speaks to what a local government can accomplish when staff with different responsibilities, experiences, and skill sets come together to put their city on a sustainable course."

"We are very fortunate to have such a collaborative team believing in the ongoing improvement of our quality life in Oceanside," added Mo Lahsaie, Environmental Officer for the City of Oceanside. The Beacon Program is sponsored by the Institute for Local Government and Statewide Energy Efficiency Collaborative, and provides a framework for local government to share best practices that create healthier, more vibrant and sustainable communities. The Beacon Award program has served as a catalyst for innovative and effective solutions addressing climate change and honors voluntary efforts by local governments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save energy and adopt policies that promote sustainability.