HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 02/03/2015 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING 2015 AS KIWANIS CLUBS OF FOPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Kiwanis International is one of the largest service organizations in the
world with more than 600,000 members of all ages and abilities in more than 80 nations; and
WHEREAS, the members of Kiwanis Clubs of Fort Collins are devoted to improving the
world, one child and one community at a time by seeking primacy to the human and spiritual
rather than the material values of life; and
WHEREAS, in addition to improving lives, Kiwanis club members promote the
development of community leaders, positive role models, intercultural understanding and
cooperation, and opportunities for fellowship, personal growth, professional development and
community service; and
WHEREAS, the first Kiwanis club started its service in Detroit, Michigan, USA, in
1915; and
WHEREAS, Kiwanis International celebrates its Centennial Anniversary of the founding
of the Detroit Kiwanis Club No. 1; and
WHEREAS, the service provided by the Kiwanis Clubs of Fort Collins will continue to
have a positive impact on our community and citizens; and
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Karen Weitkunat, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim the year of 2015 as
KIWANIS CLUBS OF FORT COLLINS
100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
to recognize the contributions and service that the Kiwanis Clubs of Fort Collins bring to this
community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 3rd day of February, A.D. 2015.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk