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America Recycles Day <br /> November 15, 2004 <br /> Whereas, more than 208 million tons of municipal solid waste go into the nation's <br /> landfills each year; and <br /> Whereas, to focus the nation's attention on the importance of recycling, businesses, <br /> industries, local state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals <br /> have joined together to celebrate "America Recycles Day," and we are <br /> encouraging their employers, staff, customers, membership, and all <br /> citizens to pledge to start or enhance recycling programs and buy recycled <br /> products on November 15; and, <br /> Whereas, participating in America Recycles Day is one way citizens can help raise <br /> awareness about the need to reduce waste by reusing, recycling, and <br /> buying recycled products; and <br /> Whereas, recycling saves millions of dollars in disposal costs, creates jobs, and is <br /> recognized as an easy way for everyone to help protect the environment by <br /> avoiding unnecessary use of important resources; and <br /> Whereas, state and community leaders need to spread the word about the excellent <br /> programs they have established, the growth of markets for recyclables, the <br /> importance of buying recycled products, the need to expand the collection <br /> of recyclable materials, and the benefits of investments in recycling by <br /> small and large business <br /> NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Mayor Charles Sisk, hereby proclaim <br /> November 15, 2004 as AMERICA RECYCLES DAY IN LOUISVILLE, <br /> COLORADO and urge all citizens to recycle themselves and promote recycling in the <br /> community. <br /> DATED this 16`" day of November 2004. 1///1" <br /> • �*�� Charles L. Sisk, Mayor <br /> Zvi f i <br /> t <br /> shy .c . ► — <br /> ancy Varra, ity Clerk <br />