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City of Fort Collins PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the month of May is traditionally designated and observed throughout the nation as Older
Americans Month—the 2003 theme is " What We Do MakesADierence, "in recognition ofthe national community
in which we live, and in tribute to the American family which is the strength of our community and nation; and
WHEREAS,it is important to acknowledge the contributions older individuals have made and will make to our
economic andsocial well-being using their ingenuity and creativity,hard workand sacrifice,and inspirational courage;
and
WHEREAS, the gift of longevity will ensure that today's and tomorrow's seniors will continue making
significant contributions in the workplace, through civic leadership and mentoring, and in our homes, by giving of
themselves freely and sharing their wisdom and experience;and
WHEREAS,the number ofolder adults is thefastest growingpopulation in our community and the Fort Collins
Senior Center has acted as a catalyst for mobilizing the older adult population ofFort Collins through a wide array of
services, innovativeprograms,and activities to empower older adults to contribute to their own health and well-being,
tapping their experiences, skills, and knowledge and enabling their continued contributions to our community;and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate that Fort Collins joins the nation in honoring a 40 year-old tradition by
designating the month ofMay as a time to celebrate the contributions of older Americans and to rededicate our efforts
to better serve them.
NOW, THEREFORE,I,Ray Martinez,Mayor ofthe city ofFort Collins,do hereby proclaim the month ofMay
2003, as
OLDER AMERICANS MONTH
in the city ofFort Collins and hereby urge all citizens to honor elders during this month, this year,and this millennium,
andpromote andparticipate in activities and services that contribute to the health, welfare, and independence of our
older citizens.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City ofFort Collins this 6th day
ofMay,A.D.2003.
Mayor
ATTEST.
City Clerk
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