What is a Proclamation?

A proclamation is a very good way to educate the public about a specific issue and/or to bring publicity to a nonprofit or cause. It is an effective way for local government (and state and federal) to show support by drawing attention to the issues. Proclamations can be issued by governors, state legislators, and city, county or town officials as well as the federal government. There are two styles of proclamations: traditional and modern.

WEB Definitions of Proclamation:

announcement: a formal public statement; "the government made an announcement about changes in the drug war"; "a declaration of independence"

the formal act of proclaiming; giving public notice; "his promulgation of the policy proved to be premature"

is an official written decree or designation issued only by the Mayor designating a day, week, month or year for in recognition of a particular person, cause, organization or event.

A proclamation is a document given by the Mayor and Council to formally recognize an individual, an organization, a special event, an achievement, or cause. Proclamations are generally read at the public meetings and presented to the person or group being recognized. ...

Tips & Warnings:

Before contacting elected officials about issuing a proclamation, have the proclamation written so they know what they are endorsing.

Be sure to write a thank-you note to elected officials after receiving the proclamation.

Wheeling Proclamations

Proclamation - is an official written decree or designation issued only by the Village President designating a day, week, month or year for in recognition of a particular person, cause, organization or event.

 

PROCLAMATIONS

2010
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February 16 Public Works Award

Public Works Director Stavros presented the Board with the American Public Works Association Project Award which was given to the Village of Wheeling by the Suburban Branch of the Public Works Association.

  
February 22 Police Chief John Stone Award Award presented to Police Chief John Stone from the Wheeling Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association and Citizens Patrol

The Wheeling Citizens Police Academy presented Chief Stone with an additional award in appreciation of his support.		  
February 24 Charles (Jay) Gallant, Jr. Day Fire Chief MacIsaac said a few words about Jay’s time with the Wheeling Fire Department and thanked him for his years of service to the Village of Wheeling.  
March 18 Nancy Rottman Day Manager Sfondilis informed everyone that Nancy Rottman was unable to attend the meeting. Director Stavros accepted the plaque on her behalf.  
April Sexual Assault Awareness Month President Abruscato presented the plaque to Angela Burrell of the Wheeling Police Department.  
April 5 Public Works "Project of the Year Award" Public Works Association. Manager Sfondilis presented a plaque to the Village Board from the American Public Works Association. The plaque is an award for Project of the Year for the Village’s Public Works building. President Abruscato gave the plaque to Director of Public Works Stavros to hang in their building.  
April 11-17 National Public Safety Telecommunication’s Week President Abruscato presented the plaque to Commander Wisnewski.  
April 11-17 Week of the Young Child Clerk Simpson read the proclamation in its entirety.  
April 12 Hieber honored for volunteer service to Wheeling Police volunteer George Hieber was honored with the Illinois TRIAD Senior Volunteer of the Year Award.

George Heiber Family and Friends
April 13 John Stone Day Deputy Chief Benson said a few words about Chief Stone’s time with the Wheeling Police Department and thanked him for his years of service to the Village of Wheeling.  
April 18-24 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week President Abruscato presented the plaque to Angela Burrell of the Wheeling Police Department.  
April 18-24 Law Enforcement Training Week President Abruscato presented the plaque to the members of ILEETA who were present at the meeting.  
April 30 Arbor Day President Abruscato presented the plaque to Lori Hazlewood of the Public Works Department.  
May Building Safety Month President Abruscato presented the plaque to Angela Burrell of the Wheeling Police Department.  
May 1 Silver Star Banner Day Clerk Simpson read the proclamation in its entirety.  
May 3 Wheeling Jr. Wildcats Girls 7th Grade Basketball Team Award President Abruscato presented the plaque to the girl’s basketball team.  
May 11 Robert Leipzig Day Fire Chief MacIsaac said a few words about Bob’s tenure in the Wheeling Fire Department and thanked him for his years of service to the Village of Wheeling.  
May 9 - 16 Peace Officers Memorial Day & National Police Week Peace Officers Memorial Day & National Police Week – May 9-16, 2010. Clerk Simpson read the proclamation in its entirety. President Abruscato presented the plaque to Police Chief Benson.  
May 13 Senior Celebration Day President Abruscato presented the plaque to Senior Services Director Shari Huizar.  
May 16 - 23 National Public Works Week President Abruscato presented the plaque to Public Works Director Anthony Stavros.  
June 1 Anthony Stavros – 40th Anniversary of Employment President Abruscato presented the plaque to Tony Stavros.  
June 1 William Straub Day President Abruscato presented the plaque to the Director of Public Works to present to Mr. Straub.  
June 1 Wheeling High School – Fairchild Challenge President Abruscato presented the plaque to the winners of the Fairchild Challenge  
June 1 Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award Assistant Finance Director Walczak briefly explained to everyone what this award was for.  
June 5 Wheeling High School Debate Team. President Abruscato presented the plaque to the Wheeling High School Debate Team.  
June 7 Jeff Kopper Day Clerk Simpson read the proclamation in its entirety. President Abruscato presented the plaque to Jeff Kopper.  
July 12 Michael Porzycki Day Mike started his employment with PD on 7/8/2004, ,and after 22 years of dedicated service, he will be retiring.
July 18 Christine Brady Day Directors Mondschain and Janeck said a few words about Christine’s employment at the Village of Wheeling and thanked her for her years of service to the Village of Wheeling.  
July 20 Kenneth (Rick) Sheffler Day Chief Stone said a few words about Rick’s time with the Wheeling Police Department and thanked him for his years of service to the Village of Wheeling.  
August 8 Daniel Suerth Day Fire Chief MacIsaac said a few words about Daniel’s time with the Wheeling Fire Department and thanked him for his years of service to the Village of Wheeling.  
August 9 Keith Plummer Police Chaplain is retiring after 9 years of service to pursue a life ling goal.
August 9 Jeffrey Suzuki Day Fire Chief MacIsaac said a few words about Jeff’s time with the Wheeling Fire Department and thanked him for his years of service to the Village of Wheeling.  
August 16 His Holliness Nrigendraprasad Ajendraprasad Pande - Honornary Citizen of the Village of Wheeling In honor of his visit to the Village of Wheeling and the Swamiaryan Temple.
August 22 Wheeling Pavilion Senior Center 25th. Anniversary The Wheeling Pavilion Senior Center opened its doors on August 22, 1985 and has provided needed social services and recreation opportunities for Older Adults in Wheeling for the past 25 years and ......
August 26 Womens Equality Day This day marks the 90th anniversary of passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which ended the ling struggle to gain full voting rights for women. womens equality day
September Senior Center Month Older Americans are significant members of our society, investing their wisdom and experience to help enrich and better the lives of younger generations.For the past 25 years the Wheeling Pavilion Senior Center has acted as a catalyst for mobilizing the creativity, energy, vitality and commitment of the older residents of Wheeling; Senior Center Month
September National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month Click on proclamation for additional information. Drug Rehab Month
October 10 Mary Weidner Day Director Janeck said a few words about Mary’s employment with the Village of Wheeling and thanked her for her years of service to the Village.  
October 29 Leonard Frost Day Director Stavros said a few words about Lenny’s time in the Public Works Department and thanked him for his years of service to the Village of Wheeling.  
November 24 Patricia Aukee Day Director Janeck said a few words about Patty’s employment with the Village of Wheeling and thanked her for her years of service to the Village.  

 

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