Office of the Mayor
Proclamation
Lawrence, Kansas
WHEREAS: The American Cancer Society Relay for Life movement brings together four million people at Relay for Life events worldwide to show their determination and commitment to help free the world from pain and suffering of cancer; and
WHEREAS: The Relay for Life of Douglas County is community-based and driven by volunteers who work together to bring the people and build the fun to fund the mission of the American Cancer Society; and
WHEREAS: Thanks to funds raised through the Relay for Life movement, the American Cancer Society is able to invest in cancer research, provide free information and support for people facing the disease today.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Leslie Soden, Mayor of the City of Lawrence, Kansas do hereby proclaim June 9, 2017 as
In Lawrence and encourage citizens to participate in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life event at Free State High School Stadium on Friday, June 9, 2017, from 5:30 p.m. until 2:30 a.m..
Leslie Soden, Mayor
June 6, 2017