Office of the Mayor

Proclamation

Lawrence, Kansas

WHEREAS:      The City of Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department recognizes all its many “Friends of the Park” and “Friends of Stretch”; and

WHEREAS:      The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department acknowledges the contributions of businesses and individuals throughout the year who support our programs, events and classes; and

WHEREAS:      The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department recognizes the commitment our friends have made to enhance our community parks through the Memorial Tree Program and their investments made to improve facilities; and

WHEREAS:      The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department commends Wee Folks Scholarship Fund donors, supporting youth in skill development and participation in life-building programs and activities; and

WHEREAS: The Parks and Recreation Department appreciates those who donate their time in volunteer service to the department, assisting with animals at the nature center, planting landscapes and participating with youth as coaches and mentors;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Michael Dever, Mayor of the City of Lawrence, Kansas, do hereby proclaim Tuesday, March 24, 2009, to be:

“FRIENDS OF THE PARK/FRIENDS OF STRETCH DAY”

                                                                                    Michael Dever

                                                                                    Mayor

March 24, 2009