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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 03/20/2018 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 27 AS EDUCATION AND SPROCLAMATION WHEREAS, excellence in education is vital to the success of our nation and to the City of Fort Collins; and WHEREAS, education prepares our students for the responsibilities and opportunities of the future and develops the intellect through lessons in literacy, math, and science; and WHEREAS, one shining example of what education ought to be was provided by the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Schneerson, a global spiritual leader who dedicated his life to the betterment of mankind. A tireless advocate for youth around the world, the Rebbe emphasized the importance of education and good character, and instilled the hope for a brighter future into the lives of countless people in America and across the globe; and WHEREAS, in recognition of the Rebbe's outstanding and lasting contributions toward improvements in world education, morality, and acts of charity, he has been awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, and the United States Congress has established his birth date as a national day to raise awareness and strength the education of our children; and WHEREAS, the United State Congress has established “Education and Sharing Day, USA” as an annual national day to commemorate the Rebbe’s achievements and the lessons and the vision he set forth are relevant to us all today; and WHEREAS, the character of our young people is strengthened by serving a cause greater than self and by the anchor of virtues, including courage and compassion. By instilling a spirit of service in our children, we create a more optimistic future for them and for our community. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Wade Troxell, Mayor of Fort Collins, do hereby proclaim Tuesday, March 27, 2018, as EDUCATION AND SHARING DAY and call upon government officials, educators, volunteers, and citizens to reach out to young people and work to create a better, brighter, and more hopeful future for all. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort Collins this 20th day of March, A.D. 2018. __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _________________________________ City Clerk