HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-10-21 ProclamationItem Number: 2.a.
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
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October 21, 2025
Community Planning Month
Attachments: Community Planning Month proclamation
City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
Whereas, change is constant and affects all cities, counties, and places; and
Whereas, community planning and plans can help manage this change in _
provides better choices for how people live and work; and
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Whereas, community planning provides an opportunity for all residents to be
meaningfully involved in planning for the future of their community; and
Whereas, the full benefits of planning requires public officials and citizens who
understand, support, and demand excellence in planning and plan implementation; and
Whereas, the month of October is designated as National Community Planning Month,
which is endorsed by the American Planning Association, and is an opportunity to
highlight how planning is essential to addressing ongoing community needs and how
planners can lead communities to stronger futures; and
Whereas, the celebration of National Community Planning Month gives us the
opportunity to publicly recognize the participation and dedication of the members of
planning commissions who have contributed their time to this field; and
Whereas, we recognize the many valuable contributions made by professional urban
planners of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, and extend our heartfelt thanks for the continued
commitment to public service by these professionals; and
Whereas, this commitment is exemplified by the City's current update to its
Comprehensive Plan and parking study & associated revisions to zoning code parking
standards, both of which are efforts funded by the City's $3.75 million PRO Housing
award through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Now, therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim the month
of October 2025 as
Community Planning Month
in Iowa City, Iowa in conjunction with the celebration of National Community Planning
Month. -AAAA&-
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Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 21st day of October 2025.
Item Number: 2.b.
I, CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
October 21, 2025
Gamma Phi Beta, Rho Chapter - 110th Anniversary Homecoming
Attachments: Gamma Phi Beta, Rho Chapter 5€" 110th Anniversary Homecoming
proclamation
City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
Whereas, Gamma Phi Beta's Rho Chapter was founded at the University of Iowa on June 15,
1915 and has, for 110 continuous years, enriched Iowa City with leadership, service, and
sisterhood in furtherance of fostering strong women of character, intellect, and community spirit;
and
Whereas, throughout its history, the Rho Chapter has contributed significantly to charitable
and philanthropic causes - dedicating countless hours to local service, fundraising, and
mentorship; Gamma Phi Beta's philanthropy focuses on "Building Strong Girls, providing
resources and experiences to foster spiritual, mental, and social resiliency in young girls. Their
signature philanthropic partner is Girls on the Run, an organization dedicated to empowering
girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident. Gamma Phi Beta members support Girls on the Run
through volunteering as coaches and ambassadors, assisting at 5K events, and raising money
through signature events like Moonball; and
Whereas, the Chapter's commitment to empowering women and cultivating academic
excellence, civic engagement, and lifelong leadership and sisterhood has nurtured generations of
women who positively shape our community and beyond; and
Whereas, the Rho Chapter's longstanding presence in Iowa City has enriched the University
of Iowa campus and the broader community, exemplifying values of integrity, learning,
inclusivity, and compassionate service; and
Whereas, as Rho Chapter celebrates this milestone with a Homecoming i IOth Anniversary
reception October 24-26, the City of Iowa City formally recognizes this milestone and expresses
its' appreciation for the Rho Chapter's enduring legacy and current contributions extending a
wane welcome home to alums.
Now, Therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim October 21,
2025 to be
Gamma Phi Beta, Rho Chapter —
110th Anniversary Homecoming
in Iowa City, Iowa, and extend sincere congratulations and gratitude to the members past and
present of the Rho Chapter for 110 years of service, leadership, and dedication to developing
strong women an(
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Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 21 st day of October 2025.
Item Number: 2.c.
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
"QR T-4 COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
October 21, 2025
United Nations Day
Attachments: United Nations Day proclamation
City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
Whereas, October 24th is the 80" anniversary of the United Nations; and
Whereas, the UN has prevented and resolved conflict, aided the victims of natural and
manmade disasters, improved standards of life and global health, advanced human rights,
and initiated measures to protect the planet; and
Whereas, the UN has helped make the United States safer, more prosperous and secure;
and
Whereas, the Johnson County Chapter of the United Nations Association of the USA has
helped to inform the public about the United Nations and advocated for constructive U.S.
leadership in the world body; and
Whereas, the Johnson County United Nations Association (JCUNA) and the Iowa City
Foreign Relations Council are hosting a UN Day event on Wednesday, October 22 at Noon
at the Iowa City Public Library featuring UI historian Elizabeth Heineman speaking on
antisemitism.
Now, Therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim Friday,
October 24, 2025, as
in Iowa City.
United Nations Day
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Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 21 st day of October 2025.
Sign the 80 for 80 petition
For more information on ways to be involved:
johnsoncountyuna.org