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City of Fort Collins PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS,the Peace Corps has become an enduring symbol ofour nation's commitment to encourage
progress, create opportunity, and expand development at the grass-roots level in the developing world; and
WHEREAS, more than 168,000 Americans have served as Peace Corps Volunteers in 136 countries
since 1961; and
WHEREAS, over the past 42 years, 286 men and women from the city of Fort Collins have responded
to our nation's call to serve by joining the Peace Corps; and
WHEREAS,Peace Corps Volunteers have made significant and lasting contributions around the world
in agriculture, business, education, health, and the environment, and have improved the lives of individuals and
communities around the world; and
WHEREAS, Peace Corps Volunteers have strengthened the ties of friendship and understanding
between the people of the United States and those of other countries; and
WHEREAS, Peace Corp Volunteers, enriched by their experiences overseas, have brought their
communities throughout the United States a deeper understanding of other cultures and traditions, thereby
bringing a domestic dividend to our nation; and
WHEREAS, it is indeed fitting to recognize the achievements of the Peace Corps and honor its
volunteers, past and present, and reaffirm our country's commitment to helping people help themselves
throughout the world.
NOW, THEREFORE,I, Ray Martinez,Mayor ofthe City of Fort Collins, do h erebyprocla im February
28, 2003 as
PEACE CORPS DAY
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
18th day of February, A.D. 2003.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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