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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-04-20 ProclamationCITY OIF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org April 20, 2021 ATTACHMENTS: Description Arbor Day proclamation Item Number: 3.a. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, the coming of Spring produces a renewal of interest in tree planting for beauty, shade, conservation, and many other purposes beneficial to all people; and Whereas, the observation of Arbor Day has long been characterized by the planting and preservation of trees; and Whereas, trees in Iowa City beautify our community, increase property values, reduce pollution, lower energy costs, and enhance the economic vitality of business areas; and Whereas, because trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, having a diverse and healthy tree population constitutes a major part of Iowa City's effort to mitigate against climate change; and Whereas, trees can provide natural air conditioning; the evaporation from a single tree can produce the cooling effect of 10 room size air conditioners operating 20 hours a day; and Whereas, evergreen trees can be used to reduce wind speed and thus loss of heat from our homes in the winter by as much as 10 to 50 percent. Now, therefore, 1, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim April 30, 2021, to be Arbor Day in Iowa City, and I hereby urge all citizens to participate in tree planting and preservation projects throughout the year. r Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, the 20th day of April 2021. CITY OIF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org April 20, 2021 ATTACHMENTS: Description Housing Trust Fund Week proclamation Item Number: 3.b. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County was founded in 2004; and Whereas, for 17 years the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County has been creating and preserving housing that is affordable; and Whereas, the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County has committed more than ten million dollars for housing that is affordable; and Whereas, more than 900 units of housing that is affordable have been created and preserved for citizens of Johnson County by the Housing Trust Fund; and Whereas, the City of Iowa City has provided a substantial amount of the funding for the work accomplished by the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County; and Whereas, the Housing Trust Fund's Affordable Housing Highlights program will take place on Friday, April 23 at Noon via Zoom and Facebook Live hosted by the Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition and will be recorded for viewing on the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County's Facebook page. Now, Therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim April 23 to April 29, 2021 to be Housing Trust Fund Week in Iowa City and encourage residents to learn more about the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County and their mission to promote and support housing that is affordable. ayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 20th day of April 2021. Housing Trust Fund Johnson County Income in city of Iowa city (CHAS/HUD, 2017) Number of 71F980 4,060 40960 17,000 Households % of Households 27% 14% 17% 58% Cost -Burden — Cit r , n • HUD, 2017) Cast -Burdened 21605 11270 3,875 >30% to < 50% of income on housing Extremely Cost -Burdened > 50% of income on housing Total 6,600 855 81,905 2,125 57% of 15% of renters Homeowners 7,155 11,030 37% of all households • Htfjc.org and Facebook • Affordable Housing Highlights Friday 4/23 at Noon 3ohnson County Affordable Housing Coalition — Facebook Live and Zoom Item Number: 3.c. CITY OIF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org April 20, 2021 ATTACHMENTS: Description National Water Safety Month proclamation City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, residents of Iowa City recognize the vital role that swimming and aquatic - related activities relate to good physical and mental health and enhance the quality of life for all people; and Whereas, Iowa City Parks & Recreation has a goal that every child in Iowa City learn how to swim which is supported through a robust learn to swim program, program scholarships, and three public swimming pools; and Whereas, the residents of Iowa City understand the essential role that education regarding the topic of Water Safety plays in preventing drownings and recreational water - related injuries; and Whereas, the residents of Iowa City are aware of the contributions made by the recreational water industry, as represented by the organizations involved in the National Water Safety Month Coalition in developing safe swimming facilities and aquatic programs, while providing healthy places to recreate, learn and grow; and Whereas, many Iowa City residents have served as part-time lifeguards and swim instructors as their first formal employment; and Whereas, the residents of Iowa City recognize the ongoing efforts and commitments to educate the public on pool and spa safety issues and initiatives by the pool, spa, waterpark, recreation and parks industries; and Whereas, the residents of Iowa City understand the vital importance of communicating Water Safety rules and programs to families and individuals of all ages, whether owners of private pools, users of public swimming facilities, or visitors to waterparks. Now, Therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim the month of May to be National Water Safety Month in Iowa City and urge all Iowa City residents to support and promote this important observance. �— ayor 1 Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 20th day of April 2021. City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, fifty years ago on April 28, 1971 the Occupational Safety and Health Act went into effect promising every worker the right to a safe job; and Whereas, OSHA has saved the lives of an estimated 618,000 workers since its passage, yet in spite of the progress thousands of workers are killed on the job each year and millions more suffer illness or injury because of dangerous working conditions; and Whereas, in the past year the COVID-19 virus has killed more than 500,000 people in this country so far, devastating working families, with a disproportionate impact on people of color; and Whereas, the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the lack of resources, enforcement actions, and accountability for agencies tasked with protecting workers' safety and their ability to speak out about unsafe conditions without fear of retaliation; and Whereas, April 280' is observed as Workers' Memorial Day in nearly 100 countries, as a day to remember and honor those who have suffered and died on the job, and to rededicate ourselves to the fight for safe workplaces; and Whereas, in this historic moment we must strengthen workplace safety agencies and protect workers' rights to organize and advocate for their safety, in order to renew our promise to working people; and Whereas, the Iowa City Federation of Labor will hold a remembrance ceremony on April 28 to honor those who have died on the job in Iowa in the previous year, and renew our commitment to safe jobs. Now, therefore, do we, the Mayor and City Council of Iowa City, proclaim Wednesday, April 28, 2021 to be in Iowa City ITT f RAP" , Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, the 20th day of April 2021. Late Handouts Distributed 4 -2o -Z1 (Date) 'em ►ANI • wr®�� CITY OF IOWA CITY 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826 (319)356-5000 (319)356-5009 FAX www.icgov.org City Council Agenda – April 20, 2021 – Regular Formal Meeting Information submitted between distribution of packet on Thursday and close of business on Monday. Late Addition(s): Item 3. Proclamations _ 3.d. Workers' Memorial Day —G 4-crnS , -17C )-tet t�or OLCC��ttl�i City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, fifty years ago on April 28, 1971 the Occupational Safety and Health Act went into effect promising every worker the right to a safe job; and Whereas, OSHA has saved the lives of an estimated 618,000 workers since its passage, yet in spite of the progress thousands of workers are killed on the job each year and millions more suffer illness or injury because of dangerous working conditions; and Whereas, in the past year the COVID-19 virus has killed more than 500,000 people in this country so far, devastating working families, with a disproportionate impact on people of color; and Whereas, the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the lack of resources, enforcement actions, and accountability for agencies tasked with protecting workers' safety and their ability to speak out about unsafe conditions without fear of retaliation; and Whereas, April 28s' is observed as Workers' Memorial Day in nearly 100 countries, as a day to remember and honor those who have suffered and died on the job, and to rededicate ourselves to the fight for safe workplaces; and Whereas, in this historic moment we must strengthen workplace safety agencies and protect workers' rights to organize and advocate for their safety, in order to renew our promise to working people; and Whereas, the Iowa City Federation of Labor will hold a remembrance ceremony on April 28 to honor those who have died on the job in Iowa in the previous year, and renew our commitment to safe jobs. Now, therefore, do we, the Mayor and City Council of Iowa City, proclaim Wednesday, April 28, 2021 to be in Iowa Citv. Workers' Memorial Day Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, the 20th day of April 2021.