2011-860 Resolution No. 2011 -860
A Resolution Recognizing the 20 Anniversary of the Jingle Bell Run & Walk for
the Arthritis Foundation
WHEREAS, the Arthritis Foundation was established in 1948 and currently is the largest
not - for - profit organization that supports patients with arthritis health concerns; and
WHEREAS, the Arthritis Foundation assists numerous arthritis patients by funding more
than $380 million in research grants, offering public health education, initiating public
policy and legislation, and implementing effective programs to improve the quality of life
for individuals with arthritis; and
WHEREAS, the 100 or more different types of arthritis impact nearly one in four
Americans in the Midwest, affect about 300,000 children under the age of 17 across the
country, and cost the nation's economy approximately $128 billion annually; and
WHEREAS, the Jingle Bell Run & Walk for the Arthritis Foundation in Janesville has
allowed families the opportunity to be active in the community, rally behind a good
cause, raise funds to finance arthritis awareness and assistance, and bring their dogs
out to support the cause; and
WHEREAS, the 2010 Jingle Bell Run & Walk in Janesville raised approximately
$18,000 thanks to the 535 individuals and 90 dogs that participated in the event; and
WHEREAS, this year's Jingle Bell Run & Walk event hopes to raise $20,000 for the
Arthritis Foundation; and
WHEREAS, the Arthritis Foundation's Jingle Bell Run & Walk is celebrating its 20
anniversary in the Janesville community.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council recognizes the 20
anniversary of the Jingle Bell Run & Walk for the Arthritis Foundation in the Janesville
community; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council encourages residents to attend or
support the 2011 Jingle Bell Run & Walk for the Arthritis Foundation.
ADOPTED: November 28, 2011 Motion by: McDonald
Second by: Voskuil
APPROVED / / Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
7 Dongarra -Adams X
Eri evi, i , anager Liebert X
McDonald X
ATTEST: Rashkin X
,f)/ � Steeber X
J n Ann Wulf, ity CTerk-Treasurer Voskuil X
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Attorney
Proposed by: Councilmember Voskuil
Prepared by City Manager Intern
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