Sonny Rhodes, 70, had not noticed the green roof but interpreted the effort as a fine way for Philadelphia to keep up with the nationwide green trend. "There's nothing wrong with doing what the majority is doing," he said about the city's environmental policy.
Earlier, Nutter spoke with pride near the bus shelter when he released a progress report in the 2-year-old Greenworks Philadelphia initiative and detailed plans for next year.
"You already see the work of Greenworks Philadelphia in action," Nutter said as he mentioned the on-street recycling bins, hybrid diesel buses, LED traffic lights and other programs. He said the city and its partners have started or completed 89 percent of the plan's initiatives.
Nutter emphasized the hard work and support of individuals and organizations, saying, "It takes an entire city to make these kinds of things happen."
He also recognized the need to do more, including encouraging more green businesses to locate in the city, increasing the numbers of electric cars and implementing the Water Department's goals for controlling storm water.
"Today we're again at the forefront of city planning," Nutter asserted, but following this statement he urged, "Please spread the word. Let folks know how serious we are."
