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PROCLAMATION ...
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WHEREAS, in 1960 President John F. Kennedy proclaimed that one week each year
would be set aside to recognize the accomplishments of Public Works
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professionals; and
WHEREAS, this year marks the 103rd anniversary of the Public Works profession;
and
WHEREAS, public works services provided in our community are an integral part of
our citizens' everyday lives; and
WHEREAS, the support of an understanding and informed citizenry is vital to the
efficient operation of public works systems and programs such as
water, sewers, streets, storm drains, equipment, the municipal airport,
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and snow removal; and
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these facilities and services.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Catherine M. Golden, Mayor of Ashland, do hereby
proclaim the week of May 18 - 24, 1997 as:
NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
in Ashland, and I call upon all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint themselves
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public works officials make every day to our health, safety, and comfort.
Dated this 20th day of May, 1997. tKi
Barbara Christensen, City Recorder
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Catherine M. Golden, Mayor
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