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Proclamation
Whereas, Senator Robert Dvorsky has served our community with distinction for nearly 40
years, including 23 years in the Iowa Senate, 8 years in the Iowa House, and 7 years on the
Coralville City Council; and
Whereas, Senator Dvorsky's public service also includes serving as Executive Officer for the
6`s Judicial District Department of Correctional Services, President of the Board of Directors for
the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County, member of the Community Corrections
Improvement Association Board, and Recreation Superintendent for Mason City; and
Whereas, Senator Dvorsky's roots in the community run deep, having attended University
High School in Iowa City and having earned a B.S. and Master of Public Administration from the
University of Iowa; and
Whereas, as a legislator and in 12 years as Senate Appropriations Chair, Senator Dvorsky has
consistently been a great advocate for education, fighting for funding and strengthening programs
at the University of Iowa, Kirkwood Community College, and K-12 school systems across the
state; and
Whereas, Senator Dvorsky has helped establish and fund the Iowa Flood Center and College of
Public Health at the University of Iowa and programming and improvements at Lake Macbride
State Park, and was instrumental in securing flood recovery funds for the University; and
Whereas, Senator Dvorsky steered legislation that streamlined prisons and strengthened
community-based corrections and was awarded the Arthur Neu Award for Exceptional Policy
Development by the American Parole & Probation Association.
Now, therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby declare that Iowa
City, will observe on April 6, 2018
Bob Dvorsky Day
I urge all citizens to take part in recognizing and honoring the many great contributions that
Senator Dvorsky has made to our community and wish him the best on his future endeavors.
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Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 2nd day of April, 2018
City of Iowa City
Proclamation
Whereas, the coming of Spring produces a renewal of interest in tree planting for
beauty, shade, conservation, and many other purposes beneficial to all people; and
Whereas, the observation of Arbor Day has long been characterized by the planting
and preservation of trees; and
Whereas, we hope that the future will see the creation of a better environment through
the use of trees throughout our cities, towns and countryside; and
Whereas, trees in Iowa City beautify our community, increase property values, and
enhance the economic vitality of business areas.
Now, therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim
April 27, 2018, to be
Arbor Day
in Iowa City, and I hereby urge all citizens to participate in tree planting and preservation
projects throughout the year.
MVYor
Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
the 2nd day of April, 2018
City of Iowa City
Proclamation
Whereas, April marks the 50 -year anniversary of the passage of the Fair Housing Act
of 1968, which seeks to eliminate discrimination in housing opportunities and to
affirmatively expand housing choices for all persons; and
Whereas, the ongoing struggle for dignity and housing opportunity for all is not the
exclusive province of the Federal goverment; and
Whereas, vigorous local efforts to combat discrimination can be as effective, if not
more so, than Federal efforts; and
Whereas, illegal barriers to equal opportunity in housing, no matter how subtle,
diminish the rights of all;
Whereas, the Iowa City Human Rights Commission is committed to enforcing Fair
Housing laws and as a part of that commitment it will host a complimentary fair housing
training on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, to educate the public on the right to equal housing
opportunities. Please visit www.icog v.or umanrights for more information.
Now, Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City do hereby proclaim
April 2018, to be
Fair Housing Month
in Iowa City and I encourage all to abide by the letter and spirit of Fair Hous' laws.
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Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 2nd day of April, 2018
City of Iowa City
Proclamation
Whereas, service to others is a hallmark of the American character and central to how
we meet our challenges; and
Whereas, AmeriCorps participants address the more pressing challenges facing our
communities, from educating for the jobs of the 21st century and supporting veterans and
military families to providing health services and helping communities recover from
natural disasters; and
Whereas, AmeriCorps participants serve more than 70,000 locations across the
country, including here in Johnson County, bolstering local organizations that are so vital
to our economic and social well-being; and
Whereas, national service represents a unique public-private partnership that invests in
community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community
impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and
Whereas, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with
mayors, city leaders, county officials, and tribal leaders nationwide to engage citizens,
improve lives, and strengthen communities; and is joining with the national League of
Cities, City of Service, and officials across the country to recognize the impact of service
on the Day of Recognition for National Service on April 3rd, 2018.
Now, therefore, 1, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim
April 3, 2018, to be
National Service Recognition Day
in the City of Iowa City and encourage residents to recognize the positive impact of
national service in our city and thank those who serve; and to find ways to give back to
their communities.
M yor
Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 2nd day of April, 2018