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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