HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 02/17/2004 - PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 22-2 Mayor
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City of Fort Collins
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS,National Engineers Week,founded in 1951 by the National Society of Professional
Engineers,is celebrated in February at the time of George Washington's birthday,because he was a military
engineer as well as our nation's first President; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of National Engineers Week is to increase public awareness and
appreciation of the engineering profession; and
WHEREAS,engineers are encouragingour youngmath and science students to realize the practical
power of their knowledge; and
WHEREAS, the important efforts of engineers help drive our economy,protect our environment,
and ensure public safety; and
WHEREAS, the engineers of the State of Colorado will actively help to maintain and sustain the
vital infrastructure of our civilized and natural environments; and
WHEREAS, engineers help America remain at the forefront of technological development and
contribute to countless breakthroughs that improve the quality of life for people throughout the world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Ray Martinez,Mayor of the City of Fort Collins,do hereby proclaim
February 22-28, 2004 as
NATIONAL ENGINEERS WEEK
in the city of Fort Collins.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort Collins
this 17th day of February, A.D. 2004.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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