Public Works Week Proclamation

WHEREAS, the support of an understanding community is vital to the efficient operation of public works programs such as storm drainage, streetlights, roads, walkways, public buildings, solid waste recycling, collection and disposal, sanitary sewers, wastewater treatment, land development services and building construction; and

WHEREAS, the quality and effectiveness of these facilities, as well as their planning, design, construction and maintenance are vitally dependent on the efforts and skill of Public Works and Environmental Services employees; and

WHEREAS, residents' understanding of the tasks performed by the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services is important to the efficiency of the qualified and dedicated employees; NOW THEREFORE

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, on behalf of all residents of Fairfax County, does hereby proclaim May 15 - 21, 2005, as

Public Works Week

in Fairfax County and urges all residents to recognize the commitment to our community that Public Works and Environmental Services employees make to preserve our environment and to protect the health, safety and welfare of Fairfax County residents.