The City Council joined communities around the nation in proclaiming May 2009 as National Proclamation Month.
National Historic Preservation Month
May 2009
WHEREAS, historic preservation is an effective tool for economic development, heritage tourism, managing growth, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride and maintaining community character while enhancing livability; and
WHEREAS, historic preservation is relevant for communities across the nation, both urban and rural, and for Americans of all ages, all walks of life and all ethnic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, it is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the contributions made by dedicated individuals in helping to preserve the tangible aspects of the heritage that has shaped us as a people; and
WHEREAS, the Marion City Council established a Historic Preservation Commission to protect our community’s historic resources; and
WHEREAS, “This Place Matters” is the theme for National Preservation Month 2009, cosponsored by the City of Marion and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, A. Everette Clark, Mayor do proclaim May 2009 as
National Preservation Month
and call upon the people of the City of Marion to join their fellow citizens across the United States in recognizing and participating in this special observance.
DATED THIS THE 19th DAY OF MAY, 2009.
A. Everette Clark, Mayor
