CITY OF SEBASTOPOL
Proclamation
A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOL PROCLAIMING SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 AS CALIFORNIA COASTAL CLEAN UP DAY WHEREAS, International Coastal Cleanup Day on September 17 is a promise to bring cleanliness and purity to nature as a whole; and
WHEREAS, The day was started as a way to raise awareness about the growing pollution on various beaches of the world; and
WHEREAS, Beach cleanups start at our own front doors. Trash can travel through storm drains, creeks, and rivers to become beach pollution. This September, let’s help clean the Waterways and Coast beaches by cleaning up in our own neighborhoods and local natural area; and WHEREAS, Coastal Cleanup Day is about much more than picking up trash. It’s a chance for Californians to join people around the world in expressing their respect for our oceans and waterways; and
WHEREAS, It’s an opportunity for the community to demonstrate its desire for clean water and healthy marine life. And it’s a moment to share with one’s neighbors, family, and friends, coming together to accomplish something vital and worthy on behalf of our environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the City Council of the City of Sebastopol hereby proclaims September 17, 2022 as California Coastal Clean Up Day and encourages everyone to clean up our neighborhood, parks, and local areas anytime not just during the month of September but all the time as trash from inland areas flows downstream to the coast, so cleaning up neighborhood trash prevents marine debris and helps to maintain a clean environment.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the Great Seal of the City of Sebastopol this 6th day of September 2022.
Mayor Patrick Slayter