HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-10-27 Proclamation
PROCLAIMING NOVEMBER 8 TO 15, 2008 AS MAINE RECYCLES WEEK IN
BANGOR
WHEREAS, the City of Bangor began curbside collection of recyclables in 1990; and
WHEREAS, the recycling program has grown to include a regional processing center; and
WHEREAS, this regional processing center processes recyclable material from at least 32
area communities and commercial haulers; and
WHEREAS, since 1998, the City of Bangor has taken the lead in a regional Household
Waste Collection Day; and
WHEREAS, this collection day removes substantial quantities of hazardous materials from
the environment; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bangor’s recycling efforts have contributed to a cleaner
environment and better quality of life for it’s residents; and
WHEREAS, Keep Bangor Beautiful has been an active and effective partner in the
recycling efforts of the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, SUSAN M. HAWES, COUNCIL CHAIR OF THE CITY OF
BANGOR, on behalf of the City Council and citizens of Bangor, do hereby proclaim
November 8 through November 15, 2008 as Maine Recycles Week in the City of Bangor. I
urge all of our citizens to set aside time during that week to review their actions in support
of recycling, identify additional steps that they can take to increase their participation in this
effort, and recommit to the important role that recycling plays in protecting our environment
and maintaining our quality of life.
Given this the 27th day of October 2008.
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Council Chair Susan M. Hawes