HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-0516.PUBLIC WORKSPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS,
in 1960 President John F. Kennedy proclaimed that one week each
year would be set aside to recognize the accomplishments of Public
Works professionals; and
WHEREAS, this year marks the 106th 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, and snow removal; and
WHEREAS, the health, safety, and comfort of this community grea~y depends on
these facilities and services.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Catherine M. Shaw, Mayor of Ashland, do hereby
proclaim the week of May 21 - 27, 2000, as:
NATIONAl, PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
in Ashland, and I call upon all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint
themselves with the issues involved in providing our Public Works and the
contributions which Public Works officials make every day to our health, safety,
and comfort.
Dated this 16m day of May, 2000.
Barbara Christensen, City Recorder
Catherine M. Shaw, Mayor
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