HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/17/2016 03Bi Older American Citizen's Month ProclamationBUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDASTATEMENT
Item No. B.i.
For Meeting of: May 17, 2016
ITEM TITLE: OlderAmerican Citizen's Month Proclamation
SUBMITTED BY:
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
Doris Thomas to accept.
ITEM BUDGETED:
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL: Interim City Manager
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
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Whereas, the City of Yakima includes a community of older Americans who
deserve recognition for their contributions to our community; and
Whereas, the City of Yakima recognizes that older adults are trailblazers —
advocating for themselves, their peers, and their communities — paving the way for
future generations; and
Whereas, the City of Yakima is committed to raising awareness about issues
facing older Americans and helping all individuals to thrive in communities of their
choice for as long as possible; and
Whereas, we appreciate the value of inclusion and support in helping older adults
successfully contribute to and benefit from their communities; and
Whereas, our community can provide opportunities to enrich the lives of
individuals of all ages by:
• Tromoting and engaging in activity, wellness, and social involvement
• Emphasizing home and community based services that support independent living
• Ensuring community members can benefit from the contributions and experience of
older adults.
Now therefore, I, Avina Gutierrez, Mayor of the City of Yakima and on behalf of
the City Council hereby proclaim �Ray 2016 to be
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in the City of Yakima and urges every resident to take time this month to acknowledge
older adults and the people who serve them as powerful and vital individuals who
greatly contribute to our community.
Dated this 10 day of February 2016
Avina Gutierrez, Mayor
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Whereas, the City of Yakima includes a community of older Americans who
deserve recognition for their contributions to our community; and
Whereas, the City of Yakima recognizes that older adults are trailblazers —
advocating for themselves, their peers, and their communities — paving the way for
future generations; and
Whereas, the City of Yakima is committed to raising awareness about issues
facing older Americans and helping all individuals to thrive in communities of their
choice for as long as possible; and
Whereas, we appreciate the value of inclusion and support in helping older adults
successfully contribute to and benefit from their communities; and
Whereas, our community can provide opportunities to enrich the lives of
individuals of all ages by:
• Tromoting and engaging in activity, wellness, and social involvement
• Emphasizing home and community based services that support independent living
• Ensuring community members can benefit from the contributions and experience of
older adults.
Now therefore, I, Avina Gutierrez, Mayor of the City of Yakima and on behalf of
the City Council hereby proclaim �Ray 2016 to be
OCderAmericans WontFc
in the City of Yakima and urges every resident to take time this month to acknowledge
older adults and the people who serve them as powerful and vital individuals who
greatly contribute to our community.
Dated this 17th day of �Ray 2016
Avina Gutierrez, Mayor