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AGENDA TITLE: Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Week of May 18 — 24, 2015, as
"National Public Works Week" in Lodi
MEETING DATE: May 6, 2015
PREPARED BY: Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Presentation of proclamation proclaiming the week of May 18 - 24, 2015,
as "National Public Works Week" in Lodi.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Public Works Week is a national event to educate the public on how
important the contribution of Public Works is to their daily lives. This
year's theme is "Building for Today, Planning for Tomorrow" and
recognizes that the work of Public Works is vital to a sustainable and vibrant tomorrow. Public Works
plays a key role in the planning, building and maintenance of infrastructure project in our community that
will allow future generations to enjoy a higher quality of life.
National Public Works Week calls attention to the importance of Public Works in community life and
seeks to enhance the prestige of the often -unsung heroes of our society — the professionals who serve
the public good every day with quiet dedication. These unsung heroes are the men and women in
Public Works who plan, design, build, and maintain our water, wastewater, drainage and street systems,
City buildings, and fleet; who are responsible for the City's transit and solid waste services; who play a
role in the quality of life in our community; and who are helping to move life forward.
A representative of the Public Works Department will be present to accept the proclamation.
FISCAL IMPACT- Not applicable.
FUNDING AVAILABLE: Not applicable.
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F. Wally 96ndelin
Public Works Director
Prepared by Rebecca Areida-Yadav, Management Analyst
FWS/RAY/smh
APPROVED;
n c bau r, City Manager
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