HomeMy WebLinkAbout047 HP Proclamation - Word - 03.29.2001PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, on Saturday, March 31, Two Thousand and One, the City of Cupertino wishes to recognize Hewlett Packard at a gathering of the Cupertino Chamber of Commerce, to honor them for
their outstanding contributions to the city, community and people of Cupertino; and
WHEREAS, in 1968 Hewlett Packard purchased land in Cupertino consisting of two buildings surrounded by prune, apricot, and walnut trees. Today, HP occupies over 99 acres in Cupertino
with 14 buildings; and
WHEREAS, the five thousand employees at the Cupertino HP site, reflect the ideals of Dave Packard and Bill Hewlett by volunteering and supporting local charities and schools. Local employees
contribute to the city in many different ways including serving on boards, committees, school site councils, and chamber programs; and
WHEREAS, Hewlett Packard has been a stalwart supporter of education and schools enabling Cupertino Union School District to improve the science curriculum and to enhance the development
in teaching science.
NOW, therefore, be it resolved, that Mayor Sandra James, and the City Council of Cupertino, do hereby commend and recognize
Hewlett Packard
For creating a stronger community for the businesses and people of Cupertino.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Cupertino to be affixed this Friday, March 31, Two Thousand and One.
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Sandra James, Mayor