YMCA Letter of Support_Healthy CommunitiesDubuque
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To Whom It May Concern:
Health Services Department
City Hall Annex
1300 Main Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001732
Office (563) 589-4181
Fax (563) 589-4299
TTY (563) 589-4193
health@cityofdubuque.org
www.cityofdubuque.org
May 6, 2008
This letter supports the YMCA of Dubuque's application for a Pioneering Healthy
Communities grant through the YMCA-USA. The City of Dubuque recently was
designated one of the "100 Best Communities for Children", and the City Council has
designated children as one of its top priorities. The Dubuque community has embraced
the collaborative model to create community change as evidenced by our successful
local version of the "Lighten Up Iowa" program. This program has had a positive effect
on our community's public health. The Pioneering Healthier Communities effort will add
significant momentum to our community's collaborative engagement.
A Pioneering Healthier Communities model utilizes all sectors of the community
in a collaborative engagement, creating a lasting change in our community is key. The
YMCA of Dubuque's participation in the Pioneering Healthier Communities for 2008 will
provide the leadership to continue and expand our Dubuque efforts.
Sincerely,
Mary Rose orrigan, RN
Public Health Specialist
M RC/cj
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork