HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-217RESOLUTION NO. 98-217
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RESOLUTION NO. 98-217
WHEREAS, serious social problems concern our nation and threaten its future; and
WHEREAS, connecting with others and working together through volunteer service can
bridge the differences that separate people and help solve serious social problems; and
WHEREAS, we, the American people, have a tradition of philanthropy and volunteerism;
and
WHEREAS, more than 1 million self-sacrificing individuals touched and enhanced the Lives
of millions on the seventh annual day of doing good by giving where there was a need,
rebuilding what had been torn down, teaching where there was a desire to learn and inspiring
those who had lost hope; and
WHEREAS, USA WEEKEND and its affiliate newspapers, and The Points of Light
Foundation and its affiliate Volunteer Centers, have joined to promote an annual national
day of doing good that celebrates and strengthens the spirit of volunteer service; and
WHEREAS, volunteer service is an investment in the future we all must share;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, jAY L. IQMBLE, as Mayor of the City of Stillwater do hereby
proclaim October 24, 1998, as
MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY
in Stillwater, Minnesota, and urge my fellow citizens to observe this day by connecting with
friends, fellow employees and relatives, and with religious, school and civic groups to engage
in projects benefiting their community.
In witness whereof, on this 18`'' day of
August,1998, I have hereunto set my hand
and caused the seal of this city to be affixed.
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