City Manager

Citizen Recognition Request and Proclamations

Citizen Recognition Request

The City Council enjoys acknowledging those who contribute to and enhance the quality of life in Durango. As such, Council invites citizens to nominate exceptional members of the community who deserve special recognition. The Mayor will review and determine eligibility of all requests.

Types of recognition include:

• Certificates of Appreciation
• Church/Pastor Certificates of Recognition
• Distinguished Community Service Awards
• Proclamations

Proclamations should be patterned after the sample displayed below, and:

• have a positive community impact;
• not duplicate other requests;
• not take sides in matters of political controversy, ideological or religious beliefs, or individual conviction;
• not be a commercial endorsement or solicitation of funds.

Two-weeks advance notice is required for processing requests for a citizen recognition or proclamation.

Certificates and proclamations will be retyped on official parchment-like paper, embossed with the City’s seal, and signed by the Mayor.

Up to four copies will be mailed to the recipient upon request.

Citizens may request to have the Mayor present a recognition or proclamation at a City Council meeting only if someone will be present to receive it.

Any deviation from these provisions shall be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Mayor or designee. Any such consideration that results in an official proclamation or recognition shall not be considered a precedent for future actions.

The Mayor’s issuance of a proclamation does not constitute an endorsement.

To Submit a Proclamation

Use the format in the example below to create the proclamation, changing the text as appropriate. Complete the Request for Citizen Recognition. Proclamations may be E-mailed to

citymanager@ci.durango.co.us

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mailed to:
City Manager's Office
City of Durango
949 E. 2nd Avenue
Durango, CO 81301

Proclamation Sample

P R O C L A M A T I O N

AMERICA RECYCLES DAY

[Date]

WHEREAS, more than 208 million tons of municipal solid waste go into the nations’ landfills each year; and

WHEREAS, to focus the nation’s attention on the importance of recycling, businesses, industries, local state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals have joined together to celebrate “America Recycles Day,” and we are encouraging their employers, staff, customers, membership, and all citizens to pledge to start or enhance recycling programs and buy recycled products on November 15; and

WHEREAS, participating in America Recycles Day is one way citizens can help raise awareness about the need to reduce waste by reusing, recycling, and buying recycled products; and

WHEREAS, recycling saves millions of dollars in disposal costs, creates jobs, and is recognized as an easy way for everyone to help protect the environment by avoiding unnecessary use of important resources; and

WHEREAS, state and community leaders need to spread the word about the excellent programs they have established, the growth of markets for recyclables, the importance of buying recycled products, the need to expand the collection of recyclable materials, and the benefits of investments in recycling by small and large business.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, [current Mayor], Mayor of Durango, Colorado, do hereby proclaim [Date], as

AMERICA RECYCLES DAY

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