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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-10-01 ProclamationItem Number: 2.a. i CITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org October 1, 2019 ATTACHMENTS: Description Domestic Violence Awareness proclamation City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking affects women, children and men of all racial, cultural and economic backgrounds, causing long-term physical, psychological and emotional harm; and Whereas, one in three Americans have witnessed an incident of domestic violence; and Whereas, children who experience domestic violence are at a higher risk for failure in school, mental illness, substance abuse, suicide, and may choose violence as a way to solve problems later in life; and Whereas, domestic violence in rural communities exists as a hidden, silent and often unrecognized crime that is often underreported; and Whereas, through the inspiration, courage and persistence of victims of domestic violence, their children and advocates, our communities are learning to recognize the impact of violence in the home and intimate relationships; and Whereas, the Domestic Violence Intervention Program has worked to end violence in intimate relationships for more than 40 years through the collaborative partnerships of advocates, volunteers, local municipalities, criminal justice, health and human services, faith communities, business leaders and private citizens; and Whereas, our community's achievements should be commended and we must continue our commitment to respect and support victims of domestic violence and to prevent future violence in our community. Now, Therefore, 1, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim the month of October 2019 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Iowa City, Iowa, and urge all citizens to work together to eliminate domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking from our community. J es A. Throgmorton, Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 1 st day of October 2019 October 2019 Domestic Violence Intervention Program dvipiowa.org 800.373.1043 1105 S. Gilbert Ct. Iowa City, IA 52240 celebrating r esilience The Mission of the Domestic Violence Intervention Proqram is to provide comprehensive support and advocacy services to victim/survivors, focusing on immediate and lonq-term safety, empowerment, dignity, and hope. In collaboration with the community, we strive to end domestic abuse through education, accountability, and social justice. 97510 713 INDIVIDUALS SERVED IN IOWA CITY Feel Safer because of DVIP 24,000 1567 OUTREACH Nights of Safety CLIENTS 31% victims were stalked MORE THAN S60 after ending the RURAL CLIENTS, relationship SERVED All Services are Free 170 YOUTH SERVED WITHIN �.. & confidential! THE EMERGENCY r"'r SHELTER ,. 9 19 ='r me I II• lows City Public Library History Display All Month! Awareness display at all Public Libraries 6 7 Proclamations: Burlington 13 Burlinqton Area Shop for Safety 11-3pm 20 Keokuk Shop for Safety 11-3pm Tipton United Church of Christ DVAM Conversation 10-11 am 27 14 Proclamations: Tipton Williamsburg J 0 1 Proclamations: Lee County lows City 8 Proclamations Washington County Keosaqua Kirkwood Health Fair 15 Proclamations: Ft. Madison 2 Proclamations: Solon West Burlington E Proclamations: Mt. Pleasant 16 Hudson's Community Niqht 5-10 pm lows Citu 21 22 Melrose Coffee Club 23 Iowa City 1030 am Med Students - Got Talent! Iowa City Noon D"AII 3 Proclamations: Johnson County Keokuk 10 17 Mk Pleasant Shop for Safety 3-7pm 24 Pat Meyer Awards Iowa City Noon Consent Karaoke Iowa City 9 pm - Midnight 4 Gallery Walk 5:30 - 7:30 lows City 11 • 1 5 SHOP FOR SHELTER lows City Area Q�r -Ltnm 12 KeOSdqu4 Fall Fest 18 119 25 26 Shiverfest Donnelson Raceway'4 pm 28 29 30 pizza Ranch 31 \\I�� Ft. Madison Community Night - Shop for Safety 5 - 8 pmjll\ Li - 7 pm Burlinqton , VISIT DVIPIOWAORG/EVENTS FOR FULL EVENT DETAILS, LOCATIONS, A HOW TO GET INVOLVED S i CITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org October 1, 2019 ATTACHMENTS: Description Fire Prevention Week proclamation Item Number: 2.b. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, the city of Iowa City is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living in and visiting Iowa City; and Whereas, fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes are the locations where people are at greatest risk from fire; and Whereas, home fires killed 3,400 people in the United States in 2017, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and fire departments in the United States responded to 357,000 home fires; and Whereas, working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in reported home fires in half and three out of five home fire deaths result from fires in properties without working smoke alarms; and Whereas, half of home fire deaths result from fires reported at night between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. when most people are asleep; and Whereas, Iowa City first responders are dedicated to reducing the occurrence of home fires and home fire injuries through prevention and protection education; and Whereas, Iowa City residents are responsive to public education measures and are able to take personal steps to increase their safety from fire, especially in their homes; and Whereas, the 2019 Fire Prevention Week theme, "Not every hero wears a cape. PLAN and PRACTICE your ESCAPE." effectively reminds us to look for places fire could start, listen for the sound of the smoke alarm, and learn two ways out of every room. Now, Therefore, 1, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim October 6-12, 2019 as Fire Prevention Week throughout the city, and urge everyone to install smoke alarms and to support the many public safety activities and efforts during Fire Prevention Week 2019 and year-round. Thmgmorton, Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 1 st day of October 2019 i CITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org October 1, 2019 ATTACHMENTS: Description Indigenous People's Day proclamation Item Number: 2.c. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, the City of Iowa City recognizes that the Indigenous Peoples of the lands, which would later become known as the Americas, have occupied these lands since time immemorial and continue to play a vital role in the development of local communities and the nation; and Whereas, the City recognizes the fact that Iowa City is built upon the homelands and villages of the Indigenous Peoples of this region, without whom the building of the City would not have been possible; and Whereas, the City is dedicated to opposing systemic racism towards Indigenous People, which perpetuates high rates of poverty and income inequality, and exacerbates disproportionate health, education, and social crises; and Whereas, Indigenous Peoples' Day was first proposed in 1977 by a delegation of Native Nations to the United Nations sponsored International Conference on Discrimination against Indigenous Populations in the Americas; and Whereas, the City strongly supports the preposition that Indigenous Peoples' Day shall be an opportunity to celebrate the thriving cultures and values of the Indigenous Peoples of the region; and Whereas, the City encourages all residents to acknowledge the historic sacrifices of Indigenous Peoples, and to recognize their contributions to the emergence and development of the city, the state, the nation, the free world, and the global economy; and Whereas, the City strongly encourages schools to include the teaching of Indigenous Peoples' history in its curriculum and encourages other businesses, organizations, and institutions to recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day. Now, Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim October 14, 2019 as in Iowa City. Indigenous Peoples' Day 4��n `. JaiKes A. Tbroginortoit Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 1 st day of October 2019 Item Number: 2.d. i CITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org October 1, 2019 ATTACHMENTS: Description National Community Planning Month and World Planning Day proclamation City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, human well-being, health, safety, welfare, joy, creativity and prosperity depend on deep and regenerative connectedness between cities, suburbs and rural areas; between the built and natural environments; between ecological processes, land use, housing, transportation, food and consumption systems; and between economic, social and cultural systems and networks; and Whereas, urban and regional planning can help proactively address urban, suburban and rural changes and challenges to create safe, just, livable, vibrant and welcoming communities; to provide all residents with high quality of life and sustainable choices for how and where to live, work, play and travel; to address and redress injustices; and to protect, improve and regenerate natural resources and ecosystems; and Whereas, planning activities are centered around public and democratic participation, identifying and promoting core community values, setting long- and short-term future visions and goals, supporting public and private sphere decisions that promote community values, and making decisions regarding public investments and regulatory constraints; and Whereas, planning is most effective when public officials, stakeholders and community members are meaningfully engaged in making decisions about the community's future, and when they support and demand visionary, practical, democratic, sustainable and regenerative action; and Whereas, in the last 180 years, Iowa City has evolved into one of the most vibrant cities in the region through the collaboration and contributions of public officials, community members, stakeholders, citizens, and the University of Iowa's School of Urban and Regional Planning; and Whereas, Iowa City promotes creativity and forward -thinking in many ways, including the city's designation as a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008; its 2018 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan; and its 2019 Climate Crisis resolution which sets the ambitious goals of achieving a 45% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 and "net zero" carbon emissions by 2050; and Whereas, the American Planning Association and the American Institute of Certified Planners endorse National Community Planning Month and World Town Planning Day to highlight the contributions that planning makes to the quality of cities and environments and to recognize the dedication of the members of planning staffs, planning commissions, and other residents who contribute their time and expertise to the improvement of their cities; and Whereas, the Iowa Chapter of the American Planning Association will be holding its annual meeting in Iowa City on October 9-11. Now, therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, Iowa do hereby proclaim the month of October and the day of November 8 to be National Community Planning Month and World Planning Day in the city of Iowa City, and encourage all residents, property owners, developers, non-profit organizations and public officials to commit to taking practical actions that will improve the quality of life and the built and natural environment for everyone in Iowa City and beyond. 4--� `' A7�-- Jarfies A. Throgmo on, Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 1 st day of October 2019 Item Number: 2.e. i CITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org October 1, 2019 ATTACHMENTS: Description National Disability Employment Awareness Month proclamation City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, workplaces welcoming of the talents of all people, including people with disabilities, are a critical part of our efforts to build an inclusive community and strong economy; and Whereas, in this spirit, the City of Iowa City is recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month this October to raise awareness about disability employment issues and to celebrate the many and varied contributions of people with disabilities; and Whereas, activities during this month will reinforce the value and talent which people with disabilities add to our workplaces and communities; and Whereas, we affirm Iowa City's commitment to an inclusive community. Now, therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, Iowa do hereby proclaim October 2019 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month and encourage employers, schools, and other community organizations in Iowa City to observe this month with appropriate programs and activities, and to advance its important message that people with disabilities are equal to the task throughout the year. 4,, 1,.,- ��A/. Jarlies A. Throgmorrtto Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 1 st day of October 2019 Item Number: 21. i CITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org October 1, 2019 ATTACHMENTS: Description United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties Day proclamation City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, for 100 years, since 1919, United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties has strived to ensure that our community's important health and human services' needs are met in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust; and Whereas, the historic roles of United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties include providing leadership in identifying and prioritizing community needs in City of Iowa City, and bringing together community leaders, businesses, local government, community organizations and committee individuals in a united effort to solve problems for those needs in our communities; and Whereas, the partnership between the community -at -large and United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties includes an emphasis on long-lasting community solutions in education, financial stability and health through charitable giving and volunteer engagement; and Whereas, United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties engages and mobilizes donor investments to support organizations and nonprofit partners; and Whereas, the United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties is actively involved in community disaster preparedness and provides important disaster assistance and volunteer coordination in the aftermath of a disaster; and Whereas, the citizens of City of Iowa City receive great benefit, assistance and services from the many United Way Partner Agencies; and Whereas, this celebration will provide the opportunity for citizens to reflect on the United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties' accomplishments over the past 100 years and join United Way to continue building on our successes and move into our 2nd century of service. Now, therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, Iowa do hereby proclaim October 1, 2019 to be United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties Day in celebration of their 100' Year of Service In the City of Iowa City and community. _&" all citizens to recognize their significant con ib ion to the [I Jankies A. Throgmorton, Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this I st day of October 2019