HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 03/21/2017 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 20-26, 2017 AS FIX APROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the citizens of Fort Collins, Colorado, strive to practice water conservation
in their homes and at work; and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins Utilities offers a variety of water conservation programs,
services and educational tools for adults and youth; and
WHEREAS, the average home may waste up to 10,000 gallons of water every year due
to running toilets, dripping faucets and other leaks if not regularly maintained; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense program’s Fix a Leak
Week encourages Americans to check household fixtures for leaks and repair any that are found;
and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins Utilities is a WaterSense partner and contributes to the well-
being of local citizens through water efficiency, customer service, environmental protection,
economic development and safety awareness as detailed in the Water Efficiency Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Wade Troxell, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim the week of March 20-26, 2017, as
FIX A LEAK WEEK
in Fort Collins to urge citizens to find and fix leaks and use water efficiently.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 21st day of March, A.D. 2017.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk