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City of Fort Collins
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, to focus the nation's attention on the importance oj'recycling and closing the
loop, many businesses, industries, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals
have joined together to celebrate America Recycles Day and are encouraging all citizens to pledge
to buy more recycled-content products starting on November 15; and
WHEREAS, participating in America Recycles Day is one way citizens can help raise
awareness about the need to reduce waste by reusing, recycling, and buying recycled products;and
WHEREAS, waste reduction and the purchase of recycled content products are critically
important elements of an environmentally responsible waste management program; and
WHEREAS, state and community leaders need to spread the word about the importance of
buying recycled products; and
• WHEREAS, recycling is good for the Fort Collins community's economy and environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Ray Martinez, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim November 15, 2002 as
AMERICA RECYCLES 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 5th day of November, A.D. 2002.
Mayor
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City Clerk
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