HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Resolution 2000-437CITY OF PLYMOUTH
RESOLUTION 2000-437
AFFIRMING PARTICIPATION IN THE
"MINNESOTA CITIES: BUILDING QUALITY COMMUNITIES" INITIATIVE
WHEREAS, the top values and priorities of citizens include safety, family, job opportunities,
health, the well-being of children, and recreational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, many of the services cities provide directly enhance those citizen priorities; and
WHEREAS, the connection between city services and how they benefit citizen priorities and
concerns is not always understood; and
WHEREAS, it is one of the responsibilities of city officials to ensure legislators, media and
citizens understand their governments through open and frequent communication using various
avenues; and
WHEREAS, it is important to encourage citizens to actively participate in city government, to
share their views, and to work in partnership with city officials to ensure that the needs of the
community are met.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Plymouth hereby declares its
commitment to join in the "Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities" statewide
educational effort in cooperation with the League of Minnesota Cities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City's Communications Supervisor is designated as the
City of Plymouth's key contact for this effort.
Adopted by the Plymouth City Council on September 5, 2000.