HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 05/07/2013 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 5-11 2013 AS DRINKING WPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, water is our most valuable natural resource; and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins tap water is critical to maintaining public health protection,
economic vitality, fire protection, and quality of life; and for more than 35 years, members of the
American Water Works Association have celebrated Drinking Water Week – a unique opportunity
for both water professionals and the communities they serve to join together to recognize the vital
role water plays in our daily lives; and
WHEREAS, the City works very hard to be sure that the water leaving the treatment plant
meets all federal and state standards; and
WHEREAS, any measures of a successful community – low mortality rates, economic
growth and diversity, productivity and public safety – are all related to access to safe water; and
WHEREAS, we are all stewards of the water infrastructure upon which future generations
depend; and
WHEREAS, each citizen of Fort Collins is called upon to help protect our source waters
from pollution, to practice water conservation, and to get involved in local water issues.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Karen Weitkunat, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim May 5-11, 2013, as
DRINKING WATER WEEK
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 7th day of May, A.D. 2013.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk