November 01, 2024 Denton's Texas Arbor Day Prodamattoll
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ITapor of the Co of Benton, Texas
To all to w4om tbege preot mg gball come,
Oreetingg:
WHEREAS, all across Texas,from towering pines to majestic oaks to meager mesquites—the many trees of
Texas are beautiful and prominent features of our unique and breathtaking landscape;and
WHEREAS, as Texans,we value our trees and the benefits they provide every day which include clean air,clear
water,improving our health and even saving money on energy bills;and
WHEREAS, we encourage people in our community to plant trees and celebrate them on the first Friday each
November on Texas Arbor Day;and
WHEREAS, under the leadership of the Texas Forestry Association,Texas first observed Arbor Day in 1889,as
an opportunity to teach fundamental lessons about the stewardship of our natural resources;and
WHEREAS, together,we can create a brighter and more beautiful future for the next generation.They,in turn,
can affirm the duty of protecting our natural resources by being responsible stewards of this great
land.
NOW,THEREFORE, I, Gerard Hudspeth, Mayor of the City of Denton,Texas, do hereby declare and proclaim the 21
day of November 2024 as
"DENTON'S TEXAS ARBOR DAY"
in the City of Denton and encourage all citizens to support efforts to care for and plant trees for
the betterment of our community for current and future generations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official
seal of the City of Denton,Texas to be affixed this the 1 u day of November 2024.
GERARD HUDSPETH,MAYOR
ATTEST:
LAUREN THODEN,CITY SECRETARY
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