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Home My Public Portal About12-8399 National Public Works Week Sponsored by: Mayor Taylor Resolution No. 12-8399 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO RECOGNIZE MAY 20 THROUGH MAY 26, 2012 AS NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE WHEREAS, the City Commission desire to recognize May 20 through May 26, 2012 as National Public Works Week; and WHEREAS, the public works services provided in our community are an integral part of our citizens' everyday lives; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Opa-locka realize support of an understanding and informed citizenry is vital to the efficient operation of public works systems and programs such as water, sewers, streets and highways, public buildings, and solid waste collection; and WHEREAS, the health, safety and comfort of the Opa-locka community greatly depends on the public works facilities and services; and WHEREAS, the quality and effectiveness of these facilities, as well as their planning, design, and construction, are vitally dependent upon the efforts and skill of public works officials; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Opa-locka recognize the efficiency of the qualified and dedicated personnel who staff public works departments, and call upon all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint themselves with the issues involved in providing our Resolution no. 12-8399 public works and the contributions which public works officials make every day to our health, safety, comfort, and quality of life. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA: Section 1. The recitals to the preamble herein are incorporated by reference. Section 2. The City Commission of the City of Opa-locka recognizes May 20 through May 26, 2012 as National Public Works Week. Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 25th day of April, 2012. 1, MYi' • TAYLOR /� MAYOR Attest to: \ L v Vki0: --3 V oanna Flores terim City Clerk Approved as t form and legal sufficiency: Afir Jos-,h S. Zeller Ci Atto -y N� Moved by: COMMISSIONER H LMES Seconded by: COMMISSIONER MILLER Commission Vote: 5-0 Commissioner Holmes: YES Commissioner Miller: YES Commissioner Tydus: YES Vice-Mayor Johnson: YES Mayor Taylor: YES APWA-National Public Works Week Page 1 of 3 DISCOVER APWA DISCOVER PUBLIC WORKS BE INVOLVED GET CONNECTED Pri "Public Works: Creating a Lasting Impression" May 20-26, 2012 Since 1960,APWA has sponsored National Public Works Week.Across the nation,our more than 28,000 members use this week to energize and educate the public on the importance of the contribution of public works to their daily lives: planning, building, managing and operating the heart of our local communities and building the quality of life. APWA has selected"Public Works:Creating a Lasting Impression"as its theme for 2012's National Public Works Week,whic will be celebrated May 20-26.The theme speaks to the never-ending effort of public works professionals to use sustainable solutions to bring their communities the highest possible quality of life within a framework of environmental,social, and economic responsibility. If you have questions about NPWW or art requests, please contact Jon Dilley via email or call 816-595-5251. JOIN US IN CELEBRATION! This year's poster is a watercolor scene representing our theme"Public Works:Creating a Lasting Impression"by Robert Ga Steele. Robert prefers to paint from life. He has developed his artistic skills through constant observation and by studying the master He has illustrated for musicals such as Showboat on Broadway,for magazines such as Smithsonian and for book covers, children's books and exhibitions. Robert lives with his wife and two children in Larkspur, California. Poster size is 20"X 30" Buy the poster now! http://www.apwa.net/discover/National-Public-Works-Week 4/20/2012 APWA - National Public Works Week Page 2 of 3 4 ,? ;�a 1 f {NL Imo= 41.x A .r. I( l 4 H, � lilt- . • 1 ,. «:• F rf.,,:il&I'14.14..7:4 ; ',,1 .,,, ,iv /i _y p, a Description on poster: Inspiration comes from many places in our lives. In public works, inspiration is all around us. This year, as the Golden Gate Bridge celebrates its 75th anniversary, we celebrate the inspiration and lasting impression it h. provided to many generations. National Public Works Week (NPWW) is a celebration of the tens of thousands of men and women in North America who provide and maintain the infrastructure and services collectively known as public works. Instituted as a public education campaign by the American Public Works Association(APWA)in 1960, NPWW calls attentioi to the importance of public works in community life.The Week seeks to enhance the prestige of the often-unsung heroes of c society-the professionals who serve the public good every day with quiet dedication. APWA encourages public works agencies and professionals to take the opportunity to make their stories known in their communities. Over the years the observances have taken many forms, including parades,displays of public works equipmer high school essay contests,open houses, programs for civic organizations and media events.The occasion is marked each year with scores of resolutions and proclamations from mayors and governors, as well.Some special highlights of NPWW include a United States Senate resolution affirming the first National Public Works Week in 1960, letters of acknowledgment from Presidents Dwight Eisenhower and Lyndon Johnson, and a Presidential Proclamation signed by John F. Kennedy in 191 From the beginning,the selection of a Top Ten list of exceptional public works professionals has been a cornerstone of NPWW.The program has identified more than 400 men and women who reflect the highest standards of professional condus http://www.apwa.net/discover/National-Public-Works-Week 4/20/2012 APWA - National Public Works Week Page 3 of 3 for public works officials.These honorees have been recognized for discharging critical responsibilities in connection to the design, construction, maintenance and/or operation of major public works projects or activities in large and small municipalitit throughout North America.Often their accomplishments are particularly noteworthy in relation to the limited manpower and financial resources available to them. National Public Works Week is observed each year during the third full week of May.Through NPWW and other efforts,APV' seeks to raise the public's awareness of public works issues and to increase confidence in public works employees who are dedicated to improving the quality of life for present and future generations. The National Public Works Week How-To Guide is one of several resources the Association makes available to agencies to assist them in the development and implementation of their own individual celebrations.With this tool,an agency will learn ht to create proclamations and solicit endorsements from government officials,develop media and press releases,write editoriE and articles,and generate material for speeches.There are also several suggestions for celebratory activities to be implemented at the local level. However you choose to celebrate NPWW this year, APWA is proud to be a resource for you. You deserve the recognition. 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Fleet Management Learn More wow Software Accou,it I Contact us Advertise Media I APWA Legal Notice I Privacy Policy Site Man http://www.apwa.net/discover/National-Public-Works-Week 4/20/2012 City of Name of City Office of the Mayor Proclamation Whereas, public works services provided in our community are an integral part of our citizens' everyday lives; and Whereas,the support of an understanding and informed citizenry is vital to the efficient operation of public works systems and programs such as water, sewers, streets and highways, public buildings, and solid waste collection; and Whereas, the health, safety and comfort of this community greatly depends on these facilities and services; and Whereas,the quality and effectiveness of these facilities, as well as their planning, design, and construction, are vitally dependent upon the efforts and skill of public works officials; and Whereas, the efficiency of the qualified and dedicated personnel who staff public works departments is materially influenced by the people's attitude and understanding of the importance of the work they perform, Now, therefore, I, Name of Mayor Mayor of the City of Name of City do hereby proclaim the week of Date as "National Public Works Week" in The City of Name of City and I call upon all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint themselves with the issues involved in providing our public works and to recognize the contributions which public works officials make every day to our health, safety, comfort, and quality of life. Given under my hand and Seal of the City of Name of City, Name of State , this Date day of Month , Year. Mayor Signature SEAL