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A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING
NATIONAL MARINA DAY 2004
WHEREAS, we, the citizens of Lake Minnetonka, place a high value on our
recreation time and our ability to access one of America's greatest natural resources, its
waterways; and
WHEREAS, in 1928, the word "marina" was used for the very first time by the
National Association of Engine and Boat Manufacturers to define a recreational boating facility; �
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WHEREAS, Lake Minnetonka is home to several recreational boating facilities
that contribute substantially to their corrununities by providing a safe, reliable gateway to boating
for members of the community and welcomed guests; and
• WHEREAS, Lalce Minnetonka's marinas also serve as stewards of the
erivironment, actively seelcing to protect the surrounding vvaterways not only for the enjoyment
of this generation,but for generations to come; and
WIiEREAS, Lake Minnetonka's marinas also provide their communities and
visitors to the State of Minnesota a place where friends and families, united by a passion for the
water, can come together for recreation,rest and relation; and
WHEREAS, Lake Minnetonlca's marinas provide an environmentally friendly
gateway to boating for the citizens of and the visitors to the State of Minnesota.
� NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Orono City Council that
August 14, 2004 be designated the first annual National Marina Day in order to honor Lake
Minnetonka's marinas for their contributions to the community and to make citizens, policy
makers and employees more aware of the overall contributions to their well-being; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT our city, the City of Orono,joins hands
with other Lake Minnetonka cities and thousands of waterfront communities all across the
United States in celebrating this day, and does hereby proclaim Saturday, August 14, 2004 as
"NATIONAL MARINA DAY" in the City of Orono,Minnesota.
Adopted at a regular City Council meeting held August 9,2004.
• ATTEST: .
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Linda S.Vee, City Clerk Barbara A. Peterson, Mayor
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