HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 09/20/2016 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING SEPTEMBER 23 AS JOSEPH ANTOPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, knowledge of history provides a foundation for long term residents and
new arrivals to Fort Collins of the events and individuals that played a crucial part in the
successful settlement and early vitality of Fort Collins; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Antoine Janis was a significant early settler in the Fort Collins area;
holding the first land patent granted in Larimer County, the #3 water right to the Poudre River
and was known to be present in the naming of the Cache la Poudre River in 1836; and
WHEREAS, Arapaho native, Chief Friday used his command of the English language,
his education and his understanding of the power of American society to maintain peace between
the Arapahos and the early settlers and soldiers arriving in northern Colorado in the early 1800’s.
He was a natural leader, interpreter and peacemaker and was given the title “Chief” by the local
settlers; and
WHEREAS, the artistic expression of our community, in all its various forms, reflects
the cultural and creative vibrancy of our community, these statues bring together the importance
of our history and the value of artistic interpretation; and
WHEREAS, September 23, 2016, is the date of the rededication of both statues of
Joseph Antione Janis and Chief Friday.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Wade Troxell, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim Saturday, September 23, 2016, as the
JOSEPH ANTOINE JANIS AND CHIEF FRIDAY DAY
in the city of Fort Collins and call upon the community to join their fellow citizens in
recognizing and participating in this special observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 20th day of September, A.D. 2016.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk