PROCLAMATION: Whereas serving as trusted frontline providers of health care for patients, nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice registered nurses with clinical education and training beyond their initial registered nurse preparation; and Whereas in the United States, more than 355,000 licensed NPs are an essential part of the solution to health care, and work in a wide variety of settings to deliver primary, acute and specialty care through a caring, patient-centered, holistic model of care; and Whereas as clinicians that...
Year: 2022
November 11, 2022: Proclamation - Veterans Day
PROCLAMATION: Whereas the history of the United States is rich with the deeds of those Pasadena residents that have served in our Armed Forces with honor and distinction; and Whereas today we recognize these courageous men and women who represent the best our nation and community have to offer and, with their service, these veterans have proven that America’s freedoms are worth protecting; and Whereas in order to provide an opportunity for Pasadena’s youth to train as tomorrow’s leaders, the...
November 1, 2022: Proclamation - Small Business Saturday
PROCLAMATION: Whereas according to the United States Small Business Administration, there are currently 32.5 million small businesses in the United States, small businesses represent more than 99% of companies with paid employees, and are responsible for over 60% of net new jobs created since 1995; and Whereas small businesses employ nearly 47% of the employees in the private sector in our country, and contribute positively to the local community by supplying jobs and generating tax revenue; and Whereas along with...
October 24, 2022: Proclamation - National Long-Term Care Residents' Rights Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas in Pasadena there are over 1,000 persons living in 12 nursing homes, and over 2,300 persons living in nearly 100 assisted living/ residential care facilities; and Whereas the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987 guarantees residents their individual rights in order to promote and maintain their dignity and autonomy, and all residents should be aware of their rights so that they may be empowered to live with dignity and self-determination; and Whereas we wish to honor and...
October 17, 2022: Proclamation - National Friends of Libraries Week
PROCLAMATION: Whereas the mission of The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library is to support the Library’s programs, special services and cultural events by raising funds for projects that instill the excitement of discovery and the love of reading in Library patrons of all ages, including summer reading programs, visiting author series and One City, One Story; and Whereas the work of The Friends highlights our City’s libraries and the important role they play in providing opportunities for all ages...
October 3, 2022: Proclamation - Walktober & Pedestrian Safety Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas walking is a healthy mode of travel that is environmentally friendly, and in its General Plan, Pasadena has embraced the principle that people should be able to safely circulate throughout the community without cars; and Whereas walkability is a positive attribute of our community, and the City and its Department of Transportation are committed to realizing Complete Streets designed to facilitate safe and convenient mobility for all; and Whereas during this era of economic hardship and climate change,...
October 3, 2022: Proclamation - National Disability Employment Awareness Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas recognition of the contributions of persons with disabilities is an effective way to overcome negative stereotypes and eliminate physical and attitudinal barriers to full participation in all aspects of community life, including education, recreation and employment; and Whereas people with disabilities are an important, vital part of our community as valued workers, civic leaders, business owners, veterans, family members, and friends, and they are innovative and valued contributors in the workplace, the classroom, and the community; and Whereas...
September 19, 2022: Proclamation - First Tee Greater Pasadena Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas First Tee - Greater Pasadena enhances the lives of young people through the game of golf by providing learning facilities and educational programs that promote character development and high personal values; and Whereas First Tee, which is recognized as one of the premier youth character education programs in the country, promotes the nine core values of life enhancement: honesty, integrity, sportsmanship, respect, confidence, responsibility, perseverance, courtesy, and judgment; and Whereas First Tee - Greater Pasadena strengthens the community...
September 17, 2022: Constitution Week
PROCLAMATION: Whereas it is fitting and proper to accord official recognition to the Constitution of the United States of America, and to celebrate the 235th anniversary of its drafting on September 17, 2022; and Whereas the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Martin Severance Chapter, enriches communities by protecting and preserving historic locations, fostering patriotism and love of country, supporting charitable endeavors and schools, assisting veterans and the infirm, and encouraging historical research; and Whereas during the...
September 4, 2022: National Suicide Prevention Week
PROCLAMATION: Whereas suicide is a national and statewide public mental health problem which occurs among all age groups and across all socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds, is the 12th leading cause of death in the United States, and the 2nd leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10 to 34; and Whereas in the United States, over 45,000 people die by suicide each year—and several thousand friends and family members are changed forever by losing those people;...