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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-11-02 ProclamationCITY OIF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org November 2, 2020 ATTACHMENTS: Description Injury Prevention Day proclamation Item Number: 2.a. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, injuries are the leading cause of death and disability to U.S. children 1 to 18 years -old; and Whereas, unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for children in the state; and Whereas, while the number of injuries and deaths vary across the state, every city in Iowa is impacted by these events; and Whereas, many of these injuries and deaths are preventable with the use of injury prevention education and equipment and the implementation of strong legislation; and Whereas, hospitals, state agencies, city government, community organizations, and other partners are crucial in promoting safe practices; and Whereas, the City of Iowa City is committed to promoting efforts in reducing injuries among children. Now, Therefore, I Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim November 18th, 2020 to be Injury Prevention Day in Iowa City and urge all residents to participate in activities that help educate and promote the importance of pediatric injury prevention. Signed in Iowa City, Iowa this 20th day of October 2020. 16kor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa this 20th day of October 2020.