DATE: May 19, 2020
SUBJECT: NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
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RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING SUPPORT OF NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK, MAY 17-23, 2020
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Since 1960, American Public Works Association (APWA) has sponsored National Public Works Week (NPWW). NPWW is a celebration of the tens of thousands of men and women in North America who work in professions that provide and maintain public facilities and services collectively known as public works. Across the nation, NPWW calls attention to the importance of public works in community life. This year NPWW will be celebrated May 17-23, 2020. The week seeks to increase public awareness of their contributions as well as to enlighten the public about the duties, practices, and goals of public works professionals.
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a Resolution proclaiming May 17-23, 2020 National Public Works Week at the Port of San Diego
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FISCAL IMPACT:
This agenda item has no fiscal impact.
COMPASS STRATEGIC GOALS:
This agenda item supports the following Strategic Goal(s).
* A thriving and modern maritime seaport.
* A vibrant waterfront destination where residents and visitors converge.
* A Port with a healthy and sustainable bay and its environment.
* A Port that is a safe place to visit, work and play.
DISCUSSION:
Since 1960, American Public Works Association (APWA) has sponsored National Public Works Week (NPWW). NPWW is a celebration of the tens of thousands of men and women in North America who work in professions that provide and maintain public facilities and services collectively known as public works. Across the nation, NPWW challenges everyone to think about their communities as a symphony of essential services, working in concert to create a great place to live.
The San Diego Unified Port District wishes to show its support for the APWA. The APWA has selected "The Rhythm of Public Works" as its theme for 2020's NPWW, which will be celebrated May 17-23, 2020 (See A...
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