HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-07-24 Proclamation
RECOGNIZING JULY 31 TO AUGUST 4, 2017 AS RESPONSIBLE GAMING
EDUCATION WEEK
WHEREAS, Hollywood Casino Hotel and Raceway 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 July 31 to August 4, 2017 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, JOSEPH M. BALDACCI, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF BANGOR, on
behalf of the City Council and the citizens of Bangor, do hereby proclaim July 31 to August
4, 2017 as Responsible Gaming Education Week.
Given, this the 24th day of July 2017.
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Joseph M. Baldacci, Mayor