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P R O C L A M A T I O N
Recognizing May as
OLDER AMERICANS MONTH
WHEREAS, the City of Lakewood is home to 23,674 citizens age 60 and better; and
WHEREAS, older adults should be recognized as diverse, respected citizens who contribute to our city's social and economic well-being; and
WHEREAS, 2007's theme is "Older Americans: Making Choices for a Healthier Future"; which reflects the importance of planning for and addressing the health and wellness needs of current and future generations; and
WHEREAS, older persons are entitled to live lives of dignity and to be provided services that encourage independence and self-sufficiency.
NOW, THEREFORE, on behalf of the City Council and the people of the City of
Lakewood, I, Steve Burkholder, Mayor of the City of Lakewood, Colorado, by virtue
of the authority vested in me, do hereby proclaim and recognize May 2007 as
OLDER AMERICANS MONTH
in the City of Lakewood and commend our older American community.
GIVEN under my hand and Seal of the City of Lakewood this 2nd day of May 2007 A.D.
Stephen A. Burkholder, Mayor
*Alternative formats of this document are available upon request. *
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