HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 11/15/2011 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING NOVEMBER 25, 2011 AS PLAIDPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, purchasing holiday gifts and shopping year-round with locally-owned
businesses supports the economic health and resilience of the community; and
WHEREAS, shopping locally supports our neighbors, friends and family members
employed by local businesses; and
WHEREAS, residents of Fort Collins are fortunate to have diverse shopping options
including many unique local shops; and
WHEREAS, Be Local Northern Colorado works diligently to support, promote and educate
the community about the value and importance of a locally-based economy throughout the year; and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins citizens enjoy a high quality of life, including the opportunity to
attend holiday events that contribute to our community spirit and add to the experience of living in
one of the best places in America; and
WHEREAS, Plaid Friday is a new, local, and fun alternative to Black Friday; and
WHEREAS, black is so dull.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Karen Weitkunat, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim November 25, 2011 as
PLAID FRIDAY,
SHOP LOCAL FOR THE HOLIDAYS
and I urge all citizens to shop with locally owned businesses during the holiday season and all year
round.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 15th day of November, A.D. 2011.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk