2001 07 17 YMCA Anniversary Proclamation

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i YMCA 150`h Anniversary WHEREAS, the year 2001 marks the 150th anniversary of the YMCA movement in the United States, and marks the 127`s anniversary of the YMCA of Boulder Valley; and WHEREAS, the YMCA has touched the lives of virtually all Americans, from pioneering camping, public libraries, night schools, group swimming lessons and lifesaving, and teaching English as a second language to inventing basketball and volleyball; and WHEREAS, the YMCA is dedicated to building strong kids, strong families, strong communities; and WHEREAS, the YMCA serves people of all ages, incomes and abilities through a wide variety of programs and services designed to meet changing community needs including Camping, Teen Programs, Youth Sports and Adult Sports, Child Care, Health and Fitness and Active Older Adults; and WHEREAS, the YMCA of Boulder Valley lives it mission every day, "The YMCA of Boulder Valley is an Association of people, of all ages, abilities, ethnic groups and religious affiliations who are united in a common effort with a world wide fellowship, putting Christian principles into practice and enriching the quality of spiritual, mental and physical life for all"; and WHEREAS, the YMCA movement in the United States serves nearly 18 million members per year as an organization that is volunteer -founded, volunteer -based and volunteer -led. The YMCA of Boulder Valley also serves over 32,000 participants per year; and WHEREAS, the YMCA of Boulder Valley programs provide a spirit of adventure that challenges members to learn new skills, try new activities and explore other cultures while being good citizens in. their community; and WHEREAS, YMCA of Boulder Valley is part of a national movement that serves 9 million children per year, that is the nation's largest child care provider, that currently serves one in 10 teens, and that incorporates the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility into all of its programs; and WHEREAS, the YMCA movement has a long history of partnerships with schools and other municipalities; and WHEREAS, the 150th anniversary of the YMCA movement and the 127"' anniversary of YMCA of Boulder Valley celebrates the distinguished history of the. organization and benefits that the people of Louisville have enjoyed as a result of the proud tradition of this organization; now, THEREFORE, I, Tom Davidson, Mayor of the City of Louisville recognize the YMCA of Boulder Valley in celebrating its 127`h anniversary and the 150th anniversary of the YMCA movement, and acknowledge with great pride the positive impact of the organization on the community, by celebrating YMCA Day. SNL .!