HomeMy WebLinkAbout047 Tom Bradley Proclamation - Word - 12.20.2007PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, on Tuesday, January Eighth, Two Thousand and Eight, the City of Cupertino wishes to recognize Tom Bradley in support of a commemorative stamp in his honor; and
WHEREAS, Tom Bradley’s record of public service to the citizens of Los Angeles, the State of California and the nation has left a legacy for many to follow; and
WHEREAS, in 1973 Tom Bradley ran for mayor of Los Angeles and was elected the 37th mayor of the largest city in California and one of the largest cities in the United States; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Bradley’s record focused on a wide range of interests and issues for the citizens of Los Angeles, including the attraction of business to the city, the establishment of
policies that resulted in the dramatic resurgence of downtown Los Angeles as an economic center, changes to the city’s harbor and airports that made these facilities successful business
operations that enables Los Angeles to compete successfully in the world market.
NOW, therefore, be it resolved, that the Mayor and City Council of Cupertino, do hereby commend and recognize
Tom Bradley
to communicate Cupertino’s support to the Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee of the United States Postal Service for the issuance of a commemorative postal stamp in honor of the late
Mayor Tom Bradley.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Cupertino to be affixed this Tuesday, January Eighth, Two Thousand and Eight.
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Dolly Sandoval, Mayor