HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-11-04 Recognition BANGOR CITY COUNCIL
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RECOGNIZING EASTERN MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE ON THEIR 50th ANNIVERSARY
FOR THEIR COMMITMENT AND SERVICE TO THE GREATER BANGOR AREA
WHEREAS, Eastern Maine Community College was established by the Maine State Legislature in
1966 under the authority of the State Board of Education; and
WHEREAS, Eastern Maine Community College has served the educational and vocational needs of
the greater Bangor area for these fifty years; and
WHEREAS, the College has offered associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs directed at
the technical and occupational needs of the community; and
• WHEREAS, the College has helped to cultivate and grow an educated and adaptable labor force
that has contributed to the economic life of the community as well as statewide
economic development efforts; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bangor and Eastern Maine Community College together recognize the dignity
of work and the ability for people to better themselves through technical and vocational
training and education.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, , Mayor of the City of Bangor, on behalf of the City Council
and the citizens of Bangor, do hereby recognize and congratulate Eastern Maine Community College
on the occasion of their 50th anniversary and pledge our support and cooperation for many years to
come.
Given this the 4th day of November, 2016.
, Mayor
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