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PROCLAMATION
PRESERVATION MONTH
MAY 2016
WHEREAS, historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth and
sustainable development, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride and
maintaining community character while enhancing livability; and
WHEREAS, historic preservation is relevant for communities across the nation, both
urban and rural, and for Americans of all ages, all walks of life, and all ethnic
backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, it is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the
contributions made by dedicated individuals in helping to preserve the tangible aspects
of the heritage that has shaped us as a people; and
WHEREAS, "Celebrate the Past as we Plan for the Future" is the theme for Preservation
Month 2016, sponsored by the Edina Heritage Preservation Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the City Council of the City of Edina, do proclaim May
2016, as Preservation Month, and call upon the people of Edin to join their fellow
citizens in recognizing and participating in this special observance.
Dated this 3r'day of May 2016.
James B. Hovland
Mayor