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October 2, 2018
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Proclamation - Fire Prevention Week
Item Number: 2.a.
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PROCLAMATION
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Whereas, the city of Iowa City is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all
those living in and visiting Iowa City; and
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Whereas, fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes
are the locations where people are at greatest risk from fire; and
Whereas, home fires killed 3,400 people in the United States in 2017, according to the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and fire departments in the United States
responded to 357,000 home fires; and
Whereas, working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in reported home fires in half
and three out of five home fire deaths result from fires in properties without working
smoke alarms; and
Whereas, half of home fire deaths result from fires reported at night between 11 p.m.
and 7 a.m. when most people are asleep; and
'Whereas, Iowa City first responders are dedicated to reducing the occurrence of home
fires and home fife injuries through prevention and protection education; and
Whereas, Iowa City residents are responsive to public education measures and are able
to take personal steps to increase their safety from fire, especially in their homes; and
Whereas, the 2018 Fire Prevention Week theme, "LOOK. LISTEN. LEARN. Be
aware. Fire can happen anywhere." effectively reminds us to look for places fire could
start, listen for the sound of the smoke alarm, and learn two ways out of every room.
Now, Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City do hereby proclaim
October 7-13, 2018, as
Fire Prevention Week
throughout the city, and urge everyone to install smoke alarms and to support the many
public safety activities and efforts during Fire Prevention Week 2018 year-round.
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Item Number: 2.b.
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October 2, 2018
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Proclamation- Indigenous People's Day
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Whereas, the United States endorsed the United Nations Declaration of Rights of
Indigenous People on December 16, 2010; and
Whereas, since then, an increasing number of local governments, including Iowa
City, have recognized the second Monday in October as "Indigenous Peoples Day" in
celebration of the historic and contemporary cultural significance of the First Nations
of the Americas; and
Whereas, the City wishes to promote awareness,understanding, and positive
relations among Indigenous Peoples and all other members of our community; and
Whereas, the City seeks to promote equity for Indigenous Peoples through policies
and practices that combat prejudices and eliminate discrimination stemming from
colonization; and
Whereas, the City strongly encourages institutions, businesses, and residents to
invest in learning more about Native American history, beliefs, and culture in order to
build a greater understanding and partnership with our local Native American
residents;
Now, Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby
declare October 8, as
Indigenous Peoples' Day
in Iowa City.
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