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PROCLAMATION
In Recognition of
National Service Recognition Day
WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we meet our local
challenges; and
WHEREAS, the nation's mayors are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-
effective strategy to meet city needs; and
WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps address the most pressing challenges facing our cities and nation,
from educating students for the jobs of the 21s` century and supporting veterans and military
families to preserving the environment and helping communities recover from natural disasters;
and
WHEREAS, national service expands economic opportunity by creating more sustainable, resilient
communities and providing education,career skills,and leadership abilities for those who serve;
and
WHEREAS, national service participants serve in more than 70,000 locations across the country, bolstering
the civic,neighborhood,and faith-based 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, AmeriCorps members and Senior Corps volunteers demonstrate conin-ritment, dedication, and
patriotism by making an intensive commitment to service,a commitment that remains with them
in their future endeavors; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with mayors nationwide
to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen conununities; and is joining with the National
League of Cities, City of Service, and mayors across the country to recognize the impact of
service on the Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service on April 5, 2016.
THEREFORE, I,Patrick Downie,Mayor,ON BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PORT ANGELES,
do hereby proclaim April 5,2016, as National Service Recognition Day, 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.
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Patrick Downie,Mayor