HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-04-24 ProclamationWHEREAS,
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In 1872 the Nebraska Board of Agriculture set aside a special day for
the planting of trees; and
WHEREAS,
The first Arbor Day was observed 150 years ago in Nebraska, where
mDIYore than a million trees were planted; and
WHEREAS,
Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world, and
WHEREAS,
Trees reduce the erosion of topsoil by wind and water, cut heating and
cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce life
giving oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife; and
WHEREAS,
Trees are a renewable resource providing us with paper, wood for our
homes, fuel for our fires and beauty for our community, and
WHEREAS,
Trees, where they are planted, are a source of joy and spiritual renewal;
and
WHEREAS, The staff and students of the Downeast School are demonstrating
leadership in promoting a clean environment by planting and caring for
trees.
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Richard Fournier, Mayor of the City of Bangor, on behalf o
the City Council and the citizens of Bangor, do hereby proclaim April 28, 2023 as Arb
Day in the City of Bangor, I urge all of our citizens to set aside time on that day and
throughout the year to appreciate the importance of trees to our quality of life and to
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Given this the 201 day of April, 2023.