Res 2015- 34 Recognize Public Works WeekCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2015-34
A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS
WEEK AS THE WEEK OF MAY 17, 2015 THROUGH MAY 23, 2015
WHEREAS, public works services provided in Mendota Heights are an integral part of our
residents' everyday lives; and
WHEREAS, the support of an understanding and informed constituency is vital to the efficient
operation of public works facilities and services such as water service, sanitary sewers, storm sewers,
street maintenance, trails, park maintenance, and snow plowing; and
WHEREAS, the health, safety, comfort, and quality of life of Mendota Heights residents greatly
depends on these facilities and services; and
WHEREAS, the quality and effectiveness of these facilities and services, as well as their
planning, design, construction, and maintenance is critically dependent upon the efforts and skill of
public works officials and staff; and
WHEREAS, the efficiency of the qualified and dedicated personnel who staff the public works
department is materially influenced by the residents' attitude and understanding of the importance of the
work they perform; and
WHEREAS, the 2015 theme of National Public Works Week is, "Community Begins Here,"
signifies the importance of a strong commitment to Public Works in order to develop and maintain a
quality community; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Mendota Heights to recognize the superior
performance and dedication of its public works staff and honor the vital service they perform for the City
on a daily basis.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Mendota Heights that the week of May 17th through May 23th, 2015 is to be recognized as "National
Public Works Week" in the City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that residents and civic organizations are called upon to
familiarize themselves with the efforts necessary to provide Mendota Heights with the public works
facilities and services we all enjoy, and to recognize the contributions made by public works staff every
day toward out health, safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 19th day of May 2015.
ATTEST:
Lorri mi h City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL
ENDOTA HEIGHTS
Sandra Krebsb
Mayor