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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, in 1983, a dedicated group of businessmen and visionaries created a plan to
redevelop a section of downtown Fort Collins to include a unique plaza for business and
entertainment; and
WHEREAS, City leaders and the Downtown Development Authority provided additional
funding for public improvements at the site; and
WHEREAS,Old Town Square,after two years of construction,opened in May of 1985 with
community celebrations; and
WHEREAS,residents,visitors,businesses and entertainers have enjoyed Old Town Square
for 25 years through a variety of activities, seasonal events and ongoing community gatherings;and
WHEREAS,the founders and visionaries will be honored on Friday,May 21,with a special
ceremony at 11 a.m at the Old Town Square Stage; and
WHEREAS, the public is invited to attend a free community party with live music
celebrating the anniversary of Old Town Square on Friday, May 21 from 4-9 p.m., hosted by Beet
Street, the City of Fort Collins, the Downtown Business Association and the Downtown
Development Authority.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Doug Hutchinson, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim the year 2010 as the
25TH ANNIVERSARY OF OLD TOWN SQUARE .
and I urge all citizens to visit Old Town Square during the Founders Day Celebration and
Community Square Party on Friday,May 21,and throughout the year at the many outdoor festivals
and seasonal events that take place there.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 18th day of May, A.D. 2010.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk