HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - R-08-007 - 04/03/2008 - ESTABLISHING BUILDING SAFETY WEEK 5-5-5-11-08Resolution
RS - 08- 007
Building Safety Week
May 5 — 11, 2008
Whereas, through our continuing efforts to build safer environments for everyday life and in times of disaster,
we enjoy the comfort and peace of mind of structures that are safe and sound; and,
Whereas, building safety, fire prevention officials, architects, engineers, builders and others, are at work year
round to guide the safe construction of buildings; and,
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Whereas, this year, as we observe Building Safety Week, we ask all people to consider projects to improve
building safety at home and in the community and to recognize the local building safety and fire prevention
officials and the important role that they play in public safety, everyday and in times of disaster.
Now, therefore, it is hereby resolved that May 5 through May 11, 2008 be known as
Building Safety Week
in the City of McHenry. Accordingly, our citizens are encouraged to join their fellow Americans in
participating in Building Safety Week activities and assisting efforts to improve building safety.
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MAYOR
This _ day of , in the year Two Thousand and Eight.