HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-117-09/04/2001-SUPPORTING THE CITY OF CHARACTER INITIATIVE RESOLUTION 2001-117
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
SUPPORTING THE CITY OF CHARACTER INITIATIVE
WHEREAS, the people of Fort Collins recognize the importance of honorable character
qualities based upon the moral standard established by our nation's founders and its legal system; and
WHEREAS,we recognize the validity of the statement of Alexis de Tocqueville that"America
is great because she is good. When American ceases to be good, she will cease to be "great"; and
WHEREAS,we desire to build upon our heritage and make Fort Collins a place where families
are strong, homes and streets are safe, education is effective, business is productive, neighbors care
about one another, and citizens are free to make wise choices for their lives and families; and
WHEREAS, we recognize that individuals are responsible for their actions and that daily
decisions should be based upon objective ethical standards which are the basis of universally
recognized character qualities, including respect for others, honesty, truthfulness, diligence, civility,
generosity, kindness, loyalty, and courage; and
WHEREAS, lack of commitment and irresponsibility have resulted in an increasing number of
family problems causing personal, social, and financial consequences to individual family members
and to the City as a whole; and
WHEREAS, there is a need for more positive role models among our young people to help
prevent juvenile rebellion and delinquency; and
WHEREAS,if people fail to demonstrate positive character qualities and make wrong choices,
the health, safety and welfare of the citizens are endangered, resulting in a financial burden upon the
taxpayers for the costs of law enforcement; and
WHEREAS,many current societal problems will be alleviated when the citizens ofFort Collins
live by positive and constructive character qualities which distinguish between right and wrong; and
WHEREAS, teaching positive character qualities to juvenile delinquents has been shown to
produce a change in behavior, reducing recidivism rates; and
WHEREAS, our schools should be a safe atmosphere where character is exemplified, taught
and strengthened, and where learning is encouraged; and
WHEREAS,recognizing positive character qualities among employees has resulted in increased
workplace morale, employee safety, and corporate profits; and
WHEREAS, the emphasis of positive character qualities in every sector of society can only
occur as individuals commit themselves to exemplifying character in their personal lives and inspiring
other to do the same.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS that the City Council hereby pledges its commitment to character and encourages its citizens
to do all in their power to become known as a City of Character by promoting character in our schools,
businesses, homes, churches, city government, media, and community groups, and the City Council
further hereby urges the leaders of each of these jurisdictions to do likewise.
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held this 4th day of September,
A.D. 2001.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk