HomeMy WebLinkAbout149-99 RESOLUTIONRESOLUTION NO 14q-99
A RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE AS A CITY OF CHARACTER.
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WHEREAS, the people of our community desire to make our city a place where families
are strong, streets are safe, education is effective, business is productive, neighbors care for each
other, and citizens are free to make wise choices for their lives and families; and,
WHEREAS, we recognize that individuals are responsible for their choices based on moral
standards of universally recognized character qualities such as obedience, honesty, truthfulness,
diligence, generosity, kindness, loyalty and courage; and,
WHEREAS, there is a need for more positive role models among our young people to help
prevent delinquency; and,
WHEREAS, many current problems will be alleviated when our citizens live by positive
character qualities which distinguish between right and wrong; and,
WHEREAS, encouraging people by recognizing positive character qualities has resulted in
an increase in morale and safety; and,
WHEREAS, the emphasis of positive character qualities in every sector of society can only
occur as individuals commit themselves to exemplifying character in their personal lives and
inspiring others to do the same; and,
WHEREAS, our community should be a safe place where character is exemplified, taught
and strengthened.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1 That the City Council hereby pledges our commitment to character and to do
all in our power to become known as a City of Character by promoting character in our schools,
businesses, homes, houses of worship, city government, media and community groups, and we urge
our citizens to join us.
F r E I fE PASSED AND APPROVED this 16th day of November , 1999.
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Heather Woodruff, City
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Fred Hanna, Mayor
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THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS
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DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
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TO: Fayetteville City Council Members
FROM: Fred Hanna Or
RE• Character City Resolution
DATE: November 19, 1999
At our last City Council meeting, I proposed a resolution designating Fayetteville as a "City of
Character."
Because the resulting debate grew much more controversial than I had intended, I would like to
propose some changes to the resolution which I hope will bring people together.
I suggest the following:
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Changing the resolution title from "City of Character" to "Character City"
Removing the word "obedience" from the list of character traits
• Each alderman to appoint one member to a committee which will recommend
specific guidelines for becoming a character city, and that this committee work with the
Fayetteville Public Schools for guidelines in existing character education efforts
I hope these suggestions will help bring people together to help our city become the best that it
can be for all of our citizens.
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RESOLUTION NO 14q-99
A RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE AS A CITY OF CHARACTER.
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WHEREAS, the people of our community desire to make our city a place where families
are strong, streets are safe, education is effective, business is productive, neighbors care for each
other, and citizens are free to make wise choices for their lives and families; and,
WHEREAS, we recognize that individuals are responsible for their choices based on moral
standards of universally recogmzed character qualities such as obedience, honesty, truthfulness,
diligence, generosity, kindness, loyalty and courage; and,
WHEREAS, there is a need for more positive role models among our young people to help
prevent delinquency; and,
WHEREAS, many current problems will be alleviated when our citizens live by positive
character qualities which distinguish between right and wrong; and,
WHEREAS, encouraging people by recognizing positive character qualities has resulted in
an increase in morale and safety; and,
WHEREAS, the emphasis of positive character qualities in every sector of society can only
occur as individuals commit themselves to exemplifying character in their personal lives and
inspiring others to do the same; and,
WHEREAS, our community should be a safe place where character is exemplified, taught
and strengthened.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1 That the City Council hereby pledges our commitment to character and to do
all in our power to become known as a City of Character by promoting character in our schools,
businesses, homes, houses of worship, city government, media and community groups, and we urge
our citizens to join us.
r ETrek PASSED AND APPROVED this 16th day of November , 1999.
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Heather Woodruff, City