HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 05/03/2022 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 2022 AS HISTORIC PRESER
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, ongoing research reminds us that our historic buildings and resources are the
keystone of the economic, social and environmental wellbeing of our community both present and
future; and
WHEREAS, the National Trust for Historic Preservation has established the theme for
Preservation Month 2022 as People Saving Places; and
WHEREAS, historic places in Fort Collins exemplify the contributions, large and small, of
people throughout our community who have shaped the city since before its foundation, and have
cared for its historic places since the City established an historic preservation program in 1968; and
WHEREAS, it is important to recognize and celebrate Fort Collins’ unique and singular
stories of our past, and to preserve the many tangible aspects of our history that have shaped us as a
community; and
WHEREAS, historic places remind us of the important role underrepresented and
historically marginalized people have played in Fort Collins history, including women like Gladys
Eddy, African Americans like Charles Clay, Latinx residents like Lee Martinez, and others; and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins Historic Preservation Services is recognized as a leader both
regionally and nationally for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to preservation and
support for property owners, occupants, and business owners in our historic buildings.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jeni Arndt, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby proclaim
the month of May 2022 as
FORT COLLINS HISTORIC PRESERVATION MONTH
and call upon the citizens of Fort Collins to join in recognizing and participating in the preservation
of our heritage.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 3rd day of May, A.D. 2022.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk