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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-09-15 ProclamationINCITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org September 15, 2020 ATTACHMENTS: Description Constitution Week proclamation Item Number: 2.a. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, September 17, 2020 marks the two hundred and thirty-third anniversary of the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America by the Constitutional Convention; and Whereas, it is fitting and proper to officially recognize this magnificent document and the anniversary of its creation; and Whereas, Public Law 915 guarantees the issuing of a proclamation each year by the President of the United States of America designating September 17s' through the 23'a as Constitution Week; and Whereas, the Constitution has been amended from time to time to define basic rights, to extend those rights to all persons, and to modify other specific aspects in light of contemporary concerns; and Whereas, it is fitting and proper to officially recognize the patriotic celebrations which will commemorate the occasion. Now, therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of the Iowa City, Iowa do hereby proclaim the week of September 17-23, 2020, to be Constitution Week in Iowa City and reaffirm the ideals of the Framers of the Constitution had in 1787 by protecting the freedoms guaranteed to us through this guardian of our liberties. S-14� �/ Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, `s this 15 day of September 202f INCITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org September 15, 2020 ATTACHMENTS: Description Fire Prevention Week proclamation Item Number: 2.b. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, the city of Iowa City is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living in and visiting Iowa City; and 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 2,980 people in the United States in 2019, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and fire departments in the United States responded to 481,500 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 fire 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 2020 Fire Prevention Week theme, "Serve Up Fire Safety In The Kitchen" 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, 1, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, Iowa do hereby proclaim October 4-10, 2020, to be 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 2020 and year-round. .c..0. Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa this 15th day of September 2020 Item Number: 2.c. INCITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org September 15, 2020 ATTACHMENTS: Description International Day of Peace proclamation City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, in 1981, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously declared September 21 a day devoted to "commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples;" and Whereas, this day provides a shared date for all people to recognize our common humanity and further the goal of peace in our world; and Whereas, no matter our religious, political, cultural, ideological, or other differences, all people benefit from a peaceful existence and suffer from the absence of peace; and Whereas, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres called for a global ceasefire as the COVID-19 pandemic emerged, saying "it is essential to remember our common enemy is a virus that causes widespread suffering and risks reversing decades of human progress" and noted peace is especially imperative in 2020; and Whereas, a traditional observance on the International Day of Peace is the "Global Wave of Peace," during which people pause for one minute of silence at noon on September 21, so that as noon progresses through 24 hours of time zones, the moment of peace also progresses, resulting in a wave of calm moments observed by people throughout the world community; and Whereas, the Johnson County United Nations Association joins the City in urging everyone to celebrate this meaningful day by "shaping peace together," which is the theme for 2020; and Whereas, I urge all members of the Iowa City and Johnson County community, both individuals and businesses, to pause at noon on September 21 to consider how we might all contribute to furthering peace in our community, our nation, and our world. Now, therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, Iowa do hereby join the United Nations in declaring September 21, 2020, to be International Day of Peace Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 15th day of September 2020. INCITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org September 15, 2020 ATTACHMENTS: Description Midwifery Week proclamation Item Number: 2.d. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, this year, National Midwifery Week is celebrated during the week 4 –10, 2020; and Whereas, the national organization, the American College of Nurse -Midwives, headquartered in Silver Spring, MD, is the official organization for the nearly 13,000 certified nurse -midwives and certified midwives throughout the United States and the official sponsor of National Midwifery Week on a national level; and Whereas, this national event is an opportunity for people nationwide to recognize and celebrate midwives and the health care services they provide; and Whereas, midwives have been a vital and growing part of the advancement of sexual and reproductive health services across the lifespan in Iowa City, Iowa since 1992, and are collectively responsible for 10.9 percent of all births in Iowa and are serving as frontline essential health care providers during 2020's COVID-19 pandemic; and Whereas, midwifery care is associated with decreased pregnancy -related racial and ethnic health disparities; and Whereas, 2020 has been designated by the World Health Organization as the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife Whereas, National Midwifery Week recognizes the important role of midwives - whether assisting a pregnant person as they give birth, or providing personalized health care, midwives are truly dedicated and essential providers. Now, therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of the Iowa City, Iowa do hereby proclaim the week of October 4-10, 2020, to be Midwifery Week 1_14t< - � Mayo— r Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 6th day of October 2020. Item Number: 2.e. INCITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org September 15, 2020 ATTACHMENTS: Description National Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, National Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to recognize t contributions of Hispanic Americans and to celebrate Hispanic heritage and cuhure; ana Whereas, each year, the federal government and local governments observe National Hispanic Heritage Month as the period from September 15 to October 15, by recognizing and celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America; and Whereas, September 15th is significant as a starting date for Hispanic Heritage Month because it is the anniversary of independence for the Latin American countries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence on September 16th and September 18th respectively; and Whereas, Latinxs have made innumerable contributions to the Iowa City community and it is important the City recognize and celebrate the diverse histories and cultures of the Latinx population; and Whereas, the Latinx community is integral to our City, with business owners and residents alike who are proud to be a part of the Latinx community, but hope for greater visibility, recognition and representation; and Whereas, the City of Iowa City continually strives to foster mutual understanding and respect among all our people; and Whereas, this observance affords special opportunities to become more knowledgeable about Hispanic heritage and to honor the many Hispanics who have contributed to the progress of Iowa City, the state, and the nation. Now, therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, Iowa do hereby proclaim September 15, 2020 — October 15, 2020 to be National Hispanic Heritage Month Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 15th day of September 2020.