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T� -, � , <br />Request for Council Action <br />Date: 9l10/07 <br />Item Number: 5.a <br />Department Approval Manager Approval Agenda Section <br />ii�ril l?�sC��iiun: _ ..-.-~—•- • .----- •- • -- •— <br />2007 "Year to GET READY!"Proclamation <br />Back�-ound: The American Red Cross is partneringwith city leaders throughout the Twin Cities area to help <br />increase citizen awareness in preparing for the unexpected. In this "Year to GET READY! " the Red Cross will <br />supply each community with information racks with literature on seasonal and other safety tips, will conduct a <br />free Blood Drive at the city's request, will keep residents updated on volunteer opportunities, and will conduct <br />an ongoing advertising and publicity campaign that promotes the Red Cross Community Challenge. <br />Policy I�pXications: None <br />Financial: None <br />Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends Council proclaim 2007 as the "Year to GET READY! " and support <br />the efforts of the American Red Cross to increase citizen awareness and participation in preparing for <br />emergencies. <br />Council Action Reauest�d: Proclaim 2007 as the "Year to GET READY! " <br />