Proclamation Historic Preser We
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PROCLAMA TION
WHEREAS, historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth,
revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride and maintaining
community character while enhancing livability; and
WHEREAS, historic preservation is relevant for communities across the nation,
both urban and rural, and for Americans of all ages, all walks off life
and all ethnic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, it is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the
contributions made by dedicated individuals in helping to preserve
the tangible aspects of the heritage that has shaped us as a people;
and
WHEREAS, "New Frontiers in Preservation" is the theme for National Historic
Preservation Week 2004, cosponsored by Dubuque Historic
Preservation Commission and the National Trust for Historic
Preservation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, TERRANCE M. DUGGAN, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM MAY 3-9,
2004, AS:
"HISTORIC PRESERVATION WEEK"
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND CALL UPON THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE TO JOIN THEIR FELLOW CITIZENS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES
IN RECOGNIZING AND PARTICIPATING IN THIS SPECIAL OBSERVANCE.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, 1 have
hereunto set my hand and caused the
Great Seal of the City of Dubuque, IA
to be affixed this 3rd day of May, 2004.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk