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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-10-28 Recognition TH RECOGNIZING AND THANKING THE 4 OF JULY CORPORATION FOR THEIR INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION CONTRIBUTIONS BENEFITING THE GREATER BANGOR REGION WHEREAS, in 1979, the 4th of July Corporation was formed for the purpose of celebrating Independence Day in Bangor, with members of the Jaycees serving as the original officers; and WHEREAS, since 1985 the Bangor Breakfast Kiwanis Club has assumed the responsibility of thth overseeing the 4 of July Parade and Fireworks, in conjunction with the 4 of July Corporation; and th WHEREAS, in the spirit of true collaboration, the 4 of July Corporation now consists of members from the five Kiwanis Clubs in the greater Bangor area; and WHEREAS, to ensure the success of this annual event, these clubs have donated funds, secured outside funding, and have organized and staffed many aspects of the Parade and Fireworks celebrations; and WHEREAS, while there are there are numerous volunteers who have contributed significantly to the celebrations, 4th of July Corporation President Tony Bernatche and Parade Chair Douglas Damon deserve special recognition for their tireless efforts on behalf of the Parade and Fireworks events; and WHEREAS, due to the collective efforts of all involved, it is recognized that Bangor has one of the best Independence Day Celebrations in the State of Maine which is enjoyed by residents th and visitors from northern, central and eastern Maine each July 4. NOW, THEREFORE, I, NELSON E. DURGIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF BANGOR, on behalf of the City Council and citizens of Bangor do hereby recognize and thank the th 4 of July Corporation for their ongoing efforts to provide a successful and enjoyable Independence Day celebration benefiting the greater Bangor region. th Given this the 28 day of October, 2013. _____________________________ Nelson E. Durgin, Mayor