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CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW <br /> OFFICE OF THE MAYOR <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> WHEREAS, Arbor Day was first observed in 1872 with the planting of more than a million <br /> trees in Nebraska and is now observed throughout the nation and the world; and <br /> WHEREAS, the City of Mounds View has been recognized for 32 consecutive years as a <br /> Tree City USA Community by the National Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to <br /> urban forestry; and <br /> WHEREAS, trees in our city beautify our surroundings, increase property values, shade <br /> our parks and residences, reduce storm water runoff, reduce energy use, enhance the <br /> economic vitality of business areas and promote healthier communities; and <br /> WHEREAS, Public Works will be planting a variety of shade trees in various City parks on <br /> April 25th, 2014. <br /> NOW, THEREFORE, I, Joe Flaherty, Mayor of the City of Mounds View, do hereby <br /> proclaim Friday, April 25th, 2014 as <br /> "ARBOR DAY" <br /> in the City of Mounds View, and I urge all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day and support <br /> efforts to protect our trees and woodlands, including planting trees to promote the well- <br /> being of this and future generations. <br /> Given under my hand and Seal of the City of Mounds View, this 14th day of April, 2014. <br /> (SEAL) <br /> Joe FI. - ayor <br />