HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 07/19/2011 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING JULY 23, 2011 AS NATIONAL DPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, pioneering men and women, known as cowboys, helped establish America’s
frontiers; and
WHEREAS, the cowboy archetype transcends gender, generations, ethnicity, geographic
boundaries, and political affiliation; and
WHEREAS, the cowboy embodies honesty, integrity, courage, compassion, and
determination and the cowboy spirit exemplifies patriotism and strength of character; and
WHEREAS the cowboy is an excellent steward of the land and its creatures; and
WHEREAS, cowboy traditions have been part of the American landscape and culture since
1523, and today’s cowboys and cowgirls continue to strive to preserve and perpetuate this unique
element of America’s heritage; and
WHEREAS, the cowboy continues to be an important part of the economy through the work
of approximately 656,500 ranches in all 50 states; and
WHEREAS, the cowboy and his horse are a central figure in literature, art, film, poetry,
photography, and music and the cowboy is a true American icon occupying a central place in the
public’s imagination.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Karen Weitkunat, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim July 23, 2011 as
NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWBOY
and I encourage our community to participate in the activities surrounding this event.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 19th day of July, A.D. 2011.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk