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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-07-26 Proclamation RECOGNIZING AUGUST 2nd– 6th, 2010 AS RESPONSIBLE GAMING EDUCATION WEEK WHEREAS, Hollywood Slots is an important part of the City of Bangor, having contributed greatly to the economy and quality of life of our citizens by creating jobs, contributing to needed public services through the payment of taxes, investing in capital improvements in the community, and donating generously to local charities; and WHEREAS, the gaming entertainment industry provides entertainment and recreational value to the majority of its customers and a small percentage of the population has a problem with gambling and deserves the attention of the gaming entertainment industry and the general public; and WHEREAS, the gaming industry has devoted significant effort and resources to the promotion and practice of responsible gaming, including the support of the National Center for Responsible Gaming to fund research into disordered and youth gambling; and WHEREAS, the gaming industry has designated August 2-6, 2010 as Responsible Gaming Education Week in order to educate the public about this important issue and are continuing a national awareness campaign encouraging employees and customers to gamble responsibly. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD I. STONE, COUNCIL CHAIR OF THE CITY OF BANGOR, on behalf of the City Council and the citizens of Bangor, do hereby proclaim August 2-6, 2010 as Responsible Gaming Education Week. Given, this the 26th day of July 2010. __________________________________ Richard I. Stone, Mayor