HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 05/06/2008 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING PERSUASIVENESS AS THE CHAR PROCLAMATION
Citvof Fort Collins
WHEREAS, the Character quality o persuasiveness is a critical personal quality needed for
lasting success; and
WHEREAS, we desire to build upon our heritage and make Fort Collins a place where families
are strong, homes and streets are safe, education is effective, business is productive, neighbors care
about one another, and citizens are free to make wise choices for their lives and families; and
WHEREAS, we recognize that the health of this community depends upon all of our citizens
being able to thrive in their activities and their associations; and
WHEREAS, the tranquility and orderly operation and development of our City demand that we
implement the key concept of persuasiveness: setting the scene with appropriate words and body
language; presenting the evidence from credible sources using clear logic; illustrating points effectively
with shared experiences and lessons; showing how new information can be applied in reaching goals;
appealing to conscience and core life values; and,
WHEREAS, by following these suggestions for developing awareness and modifying our
behavior, we as citizens individually and collectively can show genuine interest in one another, can
build bridges that hold our community together and allow individuals to relate positively, can discover
the needs of others, can show gratefulness when our own needs are met, and can honestly reciprocate in
helping one another as we move boldly yet patiently into our emerging future as a culture of excellence.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Doug Hutchinson, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim the character trait of
PERSUASIVENESS
"communicating vital truths to others by overcoming their resistance and
connecting with their emotions and values"
as the community of character focus for the month of May 2008, 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 6th day of May, A.D. 2008.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk