Proclamation
David Bower
Stormwater Management Oversight Committee
WHEREAS, the Stormwater Management Oversight Committee was selected and appointed by the City Council to ensure the stormwater management fees approved by property owners via a 2017 Ballot Measure are used to fund the approved stormwater management programs and storm drain capital improvement projects; and
WHEREAS, David Bower’s four decades of experience in construction was a valuable asset to fellow members of the Stormwater Management Oversight Committee and City staff, and he contributed both awareness of technical issues affecting stormwater infrastructure and advocacy for the needs of City residents; and
WHEREAS, during his six- year tenure, David listened intently to staff ’s presentations of six capital improvement projects, several storm drain system rehabilitation and repair projects, and was in support of the proposed improvements and work performed by staff; and
WHEREAS, David has taken a leadership role in advocating for additional investment in our city’s infrastructure as well as diligent and effective maintenance of its existing physical resources; and
WHEREAS, David additionally served on the Historic Resource Board for nearly 16 years, including four combined years as chair and vice chair, on the Mills Act Ad Hoc Committee, and on the Storm Drain Blue Ribbon Committee that recommended the 2017 Stormwater Management Fee to Council.
NOW, THEREFORE I, Greer Stone, Mayor of the City of Palo Alto, on behalf of the City Council, do hereby proclaim appreciation for outstanding public service to David Bower for his service and contributions rendered as a Stornwater Management Oversight Committee Member.
Presented: June 17th, 2024
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Greer Stone
Mayor