Res 2011- 34 Recognize National Public Works WeekRESOLUTION 2011 -34
A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS
WEEK AS THE WEEK OF MAY 15, 2011 THROUGH MAY 21, 2011
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 vitally 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 2010 -2011 winter season delivered an unprecedented amount of snow to
Mendota Heights causing public works staff to work exceedingly long hours to move excessive amounts
of snow in order to keep our streets clear and safe during the 4th snowiest winter in recorded history; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Mendota Heights to recognize the outstanding
performance of its public works staff and honor the vital service they perform for the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Mendota Heights that the week of May 15th through May 21St is to be recognized as "National Public
Works Week" in the City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that residents and civic organizations are called upon to
acquaint 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 17th day of May 2011.
ATTEST: CITY COUNCIL
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Ksbac M� Sandie Thone, City Clerk