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City of Fort Collins PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, mental health is critical for our well-being and vitality as well as that of our families,
communities and businesses; and
WHEREAS, the President's New Freedom Commission declared that mental disorders and mental health
problems affect people of all backgrounds and all stages of life, and no one is immune; and
WHEREAS, the World Health Organization found that mental illnesses rank first in terms of causing
disability in the United States and, collectively, are the most prevalent health problem in America today—more
common than cancer, and lung and heart disease combined;and
WHEREAS, one in 10 children has a serious mental health disorder that, if untreated, can lead to school
failure,physical illness, substance abuse and even suicide; and
WHEREAS, mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, depression and anxiety disorders are real,
common and treatable illnesses; and
WHEREAS, the U.S. Surgeon General has found that a range of mental health treatments of documented
efficacy exists for most mental disorders; and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins and Lorimer County have made a commitment to community-based systems of
mental health care for all residents; and
WHEREAS, the National Mental Health Association, the National Council for Community Behavioral
Healthcare and their national partners observe Mental Health Month each May to raise awareness and
understanding of mental health and illness.
NOW, THEREFORE,I, Ray Martinez, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby proclaim the month
of May as
MENTAL HEALTH MONTH
in the city ofFort Collins and call upon all citizens,government agencies,public andprivate institutions,businesses
and schools to recommit our community to increasing awareness and understanding of mental illness and the need
for appropriate and accessible services for all people with mental illnesses. .
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort Collins this 20th
day of May, A.D. 2003.
Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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