Proclaim May 16-22, 2021, as Public Works Week. PROCLAIMING MAY 16-22,2021, AS
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LEWIS C O U.,,N , Yv .. O Arm..OE.COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Public Works professionals focus on infrastructure,facilities and services that are of vital
importance to the public health, high quality of life and well-being of the people of Lewis County;and
WHEREAS, Lewis County Public Works personnel plan,design, construct and maintain streets,
transportation facilities, parks, playfields, paths,storm drains,water treatment facilities and public
buildings; operate our recycling,solid waste, mapping,fleet and environmental programs and facilities;
manage county rights-of-way and streams;and assist in emergency planning and response;and
WHEREAS, Public Works employees are often
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keep our citizens and first responders safe;and
WHEREAS,these services would not be possible without Lewis County's dedicated team of Public Works
professionals, a team that includes engineers, road crews,office personnel and many others;and
WHEREAS, it is in the best public interest for citizens,civic leaders and children to learn about the
importance of Public Works and the various Public Works programs in their communities.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of County Commissioners hereby designates the week
of May 16-22, 2021, as Public Works Week and urges the public to join us in thanking our Public Works
professionals for the substantial contributions they make to protect our health,safety and quality of life.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 11th day of May 2021.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOCC Meeting Date: May 11, 2021
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Proclamation
Proclaim May 16-22, 2021, as Public Works Week
Contact: Rieva Lester Phone:
Department: BOCC - Board of County Commissioners
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Proclaim May 16-22, 2021, as Public Works Week
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