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WHEREAS, women of vision have helped shape the past, present and future of life in
our society; and
WHEREAS, women of vision have come from diverse backgrounds and philosophies,
from homes, churches, the arts, the medical community, education, athletics, government, and
business; and
WHEREAS, women of vision have applied their training, skills, innovation, creativity
and leadership as writers, artists, actors, athletes, doctors, scientists, social and political activists,
educators, inventors, wives and mothers to lead, influence and bring about positive change; and
WHEREAS, the contributions of these women of vision have often been overlooked and
undervalued; and
WHEREAS, we stand at a time in history when the importance of vision, innovation,
creativity and leadership has never been more critical to our society; and
WHEREAS, we seek to encourage women to continue to provide inspiration, innovation
and leadership; and
WHEREAS, we seek to celebrate female visionaries and leaders and highlight them as
role models for our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Wade Troxell, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim July 22, 2016 to be
WOMEN OF VISION DAY
and call upon our citizens to recognize the important contributions women of vision have made
to improve the quality of life for all.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 5th day of July, A.D. 2016.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk