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HomeMy WebLinkAbout047 Don Allen-2 Proclamation - Word - 06.02.2015PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, on Wednesday, June Third, Two Thousand and Fifteen, the City of Cupertino wishes to recognize Don Allen; and WHEREAS, Don has been an active, valued member of the Rotary Club of Cupertino since 1985, serving as President in 2000-2001 and District Governor for Rotary District 5170 in 2003-2004; and WHEREAS, he successfully led The Rotary Foundation campaign for Cupertino Rotary for many years for a total contribution of over $1 million; and WHEREAS, Don supported the Cupertino Rotary Endowment Foundation, including facilitating a $100,000 contribution from a community member; and WHEREAS, Don led the strategic initiative to have Cupertino Rotary membership reflect the community; and WHEREAS, he was a Founder of the Cupertino Educational Endowment Foundation (CEEF) in 1985; and WHEREAS, Don was the President and CEO of the Cupertino National Bank; and WHEREAS, Don also led the capital campaign for the West Valley Community Services housing project. NOW, therefore, be it resolved, that the Mayor and City Council of Cupertino, do hereby commend and recognize Don Allen for his untiring efforts in making the Cupertino Rotary and Cupertino community a better environment for all to live, work and enjoy. IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Cupertino to be affixed this Wednesday, June Third, Two Thousand and Fifteen. ________________________ Rod Sinks, Mayor