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CITY O F RIYERDALE\
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, we continue to live through the COVID-19 pandemic, we are reminded of the extraordinary
importance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment; and
WHEREAS, the global community faces challenges such as health issues, food and water shortages, and
economic struggles; and
WHEREAS, all people, regardless of race, gender, income, or geography, have a right to a healthy,
sustainable environment with economic growth and opportunity; and
WHEREAS, we are all caretakers of our planet and have an obligation to combat climate change and
environmental degradation to preserve the Earth's beauty and resources; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to broaden and diversify this global movement to achieve maximum success;
and
WHEREAS, this year marks the 51st anniversary of the Earth Day movement, let it be known that the city
of Riverdale, Iowa, encourages all businesses, institutions, and individuals to celebrate the Earth and
commit to caring for the planet and its resources.
THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Anthony Heddlesten, Mayor of the City of Riverdale, Iowa, do hereby
proclaim April 22, 2022:
EARTH DY
And encourage people in Riverdale to combat climate change and environmental degradation, support
green economy initiatives, and encourage others to undertake similar actions.
Anthony Heddlesten, Mayor
City of Riverdale, Iowa