HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/21/2014 - Landmark Federal Wilderness Act - Natural Resources Advisory Board
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MEMORANDUM
FROM THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
NATURAL RESOURCES ADVISORY BOARD
DATE: Feb 21, 2014
TO: Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Joseph Piesman on behalf of the Natural Resources Advisory Board
SUBJECT: Landmark Federal Wilderness Act
The Natural Resources Advisory Board (NRAB) discussed the importance of Wilderness Areas to
the quality of life of the residents of Fort Collins upon the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the
Landmark Federal Wilderness Act. The following motion was proposed:
The NRAB encourages City Council to issue a resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of
the Landmark Federal Wilderness Act, originally passed in 1964. The citizens of Fort Collins
benefit greatly from having so many federal Wilderness Areas, National Parks, and National Forests
within easy reach and these protected lands are an incredible benefit to our quality of life here in
Fort Collins. Therefore, a resolution in honor of this landmark act would be most appropriate.
The motion passed unanimously on a vote of 6-0 in favor.
Attached to this Memo is also a SAMPLE* resolution passed by the Board of Supervisors in
Sonoma County, CA in honor of this same 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act.
Please feel free to contact me regarding this recommendation.
Respectfully Submitted,
Joseph Piesman
Chair, Natural Resources Advisory Board
691-6697
j.piesman@comcast.net
cc: Darin Atteberry
Susie Gordon
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SAMPLE RESOLUTION*
Resolution Of The Board Of Supervisors Of The County Of Sonoma, State Of California,
Commemorating The 50th Anniversary Of The Landmark Federal Wilderness Act.
Whereas, in September 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Wilderness
Act into law, recognizing places "where the earth and its community of life are
untrammeled by man, where man himself is a visitor who does not remain;" and
Whereas, throughout our history, countless people have passed through America's
most treasured landscapes, leaving their beauty unmarred; and
Whereas, this month, we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act,
upholding that proud tradition and resolving that future generations will trek forest
paths, navigate winding rivers, and scale rocky peaks as visitors to the majesty of
our great outdoors; and
Whereas, as natural habitats for diverse wildlife; as destinations for family camping
trips; and as venues for hiking, hunting, and fishing, America's wilderness
landscapes hold boundless opportunities to discover and explore; and
Whereas, Wilderness Areas provide immense value to our Nation -- in shared
experiences and as an integral part of our economy; and
Whereas, our region’s iconic wilderness areas draw tourists from across the country
and around the world, bolstering local businesses and supporting American jobs;
and
Whereas, on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act, we reflect
on the profound influence of the great outdoors on our lives and our national
character, and we recommit to preserving them for generations to come.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the adoption of this Resolution, the County of Sonoma
does hereby Commemorating The 50th Anniversary Of The Landmark Federal Wilderness
Act.