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City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATI ®N
Whereas, the bicycle is an economical, environmentally sound, and effective means of
transportation, recreation, and fitness; and
Whereas, the bicycle is considered a legitimate vehicle in all 50 states and is entitled
to legal and responsible use of all public roads in Iowa, except interstate highways; and
Whereas, increased use of the bicycle will benefit all citizens by improving air quality,
reducing traffic congestion and noise, decreasing use of and dependence upon finite
energy resources and will foster healthy lifestyles; and
Whereas, the City of Iowa City has an ongoing commitment to encourage bicycling as
a viable mode of transportation and recreation; and
Whereas, May 12 -16 has been declared National Bike to Work Week, and the City of
Iowa City supports bicycling to work; and
Whereas, the League of American Bicyclists has established the month of May as
National Bicycle Month.
Now, therefore, I, Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, do
hereby proclaim the month of May 2014 to be
Bicycle Month
in Iowa City, and encourage all citizens to ride their bicycles to work, to the store, to
the park, and with friends and family to promote the benefits achieved from bicycling.
Mayor
Signed in Iowa City, Ic--
this 6th day of May, 2(
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PROCLAMATION
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City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
vv � ui unag rroject GREEN (Grow to Reach Environmental Excellence Now) has serve
Iowa City residents for decades; and
Whereas, through the years, the nonprofit organization's commitment to the
environment has funded more than $1.8 million in community projects, including a
$75,000 gift in 2012 to fund plantings at the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, the city's
newest and largest park on Sand Road; and
Whereas, the all- volunteer Project GREEN effort has grown to include parks,
roadsides, riverfronts and median parkways on state, county, and city properties and
public school grounds; and
Whereas, Project GREEN also supports efforts to educate citizens about the
importance of beautifying private property; and
Whereas, the landscape and grounds surrounding Iowa City's Ned Ashton House will
be named Project GREEN Gardens to honor and recognize the organization's dedication
and many years of service to the area and its ongoing partnership with Iowa City.
Now, Therefore, 1, Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim
Saturday, May 10, 2014 to be
PROJECT GREEN DAY
in the City of Iowa City and encourage all residents to support the Project GREEN Plant
Sale and enjoy the many beautiful areas in the community that Project GREEN has made
possible.
Mayor
Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 6th day of May, 2014.
City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
vv nui Can, Project GREEN (Grow to Reach Environmental Excellence Now)
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Iowa City residents for decades; and
Whereas, through the years, the nonprofit organization's commitment to the
environment has funded more than $1.8 million in community projects, including a
$75,000 gift in 2012 to fund plantings at the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, the city's
newest and largest park on Sand Road; and
Whereas, the all- volunteer Project GREEN effort has grown to include parks,
roadsides, riverfronts and median parkways on state, county, and city properties and
public school grounds; and
Whereas, Project GREEN also supports efforts to educate citizens about the
importance of beautifying private property; and
Whereas, the landscape and grounds surrounding Iowa City's Ned Ashton House will
be named Project GREEN Gardens to honor and recognize the organization's dedication
and many years of service to the area and its ongoing partnership with Iowa City.
Now, Therefore, I, Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim
Saturday, May 10, 2014 to be
PROJECT GREEN DAY
in the City of Iowa City and encourage all residents to support the Project GREEN Plant
Sale and enjoy the many beautiful areas in the community that Project GREEN has made
possible.
Mayor
Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 6th day of May, 2014.
City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
Whereas, Dottie Ray was hired by KXIC Radio station owner Gene Clausen in
1960; and
Whereas, for more than 54 years, Dottie Ray has served our community as hostess
of the radio show "The Dottie Ray Show," greeting guests with a warm
welcome, a fresh cup of coffee, and a genuine interest in what they had to
say; and
Whereas, during her career with KXIC, Dottie Ray has interviewed some 32,000
guests and welcomed community leaders, directors of non - profit
organizations, and news makers of all kinds into her cozy home; and
Whereas, there is little doubt that Dottie Ray has endeared herself to countless
Iowa Citians who will miss her voice on the radio.
Now, therefore, I, Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor of the City of Iowa City, declare May
13th, 2014 as
Dottie Ray Day
in Iowa City to recognize and celebrate Dottie's dedication, service, and
commitment to our community for over half a century.
Mayor
Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 6th day of May, 2014.