2024-2212 Resolution No. 2024-2212
A resolution proclaiming April 21-27, 2024, as "Volunteer Recognition Week"
in the City of Janesville.
WHEREAS, volunteerism embodies a spirit of giving and growth; and
WHEREAS, National Volunteer Week was first proclaimed in 1974 and is a time to
recognize the efforts of volunteers and emphasize the benefits of volunteerism, both for
the volunteer and the greater communities they serve; and
WHEREAS, the City of Janesville estimates over 600 volunteers help the City function
throughout the year; and
WHEREAS, volunteers provide an invaluable contribution to the Janesville community by
lending their time, talent, and support to improve the City in countless ways; and
WHEREAS, City of Janesville volunteers include Council and committee members,
"Friends" groups, neighborhood group members, Senior Center volunteers, recreation
program volunteers, and many more; and
WHEREAS, volunteers contribute to the well-being of fellow residents and visitors and
the welfare of all our citizens by giving their time and energy without the desire for
recognition, compensation, or personal gain, accepting an ever-increasing and important
role as our community strives to meet the needs of a changing demographic; and
WHEREAS, the City will recognize its volunteers with the 2024 Volunteer Celebration and
Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. at the Hedberg Public
Library.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE COMMON COUNCIL of the City of
Janesville recognizes the week of April 21-27, 2024, as "Volunteer Recognition Week" in
the City of Janesville to demonstrate the City's appreciation for the efforts of volunteers
who serve the City of Janesville and to encourage the residents of this City to become
more knowledgeable about the importance of volunteers and their role in the community.
ADOPTED: April 8, 2024 Motion by:Consent
Second by: Consent
APPROVED: Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Benson X
Burdick X
.N Jackson X
Kevin M. Lahner, City Manager Marshick X
Miller X
ATTEST: Neeno X
Williams X
Lorena Rae Stottler, City Clerk-Treasurer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Wald Klimczyk, City Attorney
Proposed by: City Manager's Office
Prepared by: City Manager's Office