Red Ribbon Proclamation

The participation of key local government officials can attract attention to your Red Ribbon Week Celebration. One way to involve government officials and agencies is by asking them to sign an official proclamation recognizing your Red Ribbon Week Celebration.

State governors and legislators, as well as county, city, or town officials, can issue proclamations. To inquire about a local officials interest in issuing a proclamation, write a letter or contact a member of their communications office three to four months in advance to determine the appropriate process.

Red Ribbon Week Sample City Proclamation

Whereas, cities across Iowa have been plagued by the numerous problems associated with alcohol, tobacco and other drug use; and

Whereas, there is hope in winning the War on Drugs, and the hope lies in the hard work and determination of our communities to create a drug free environment; and

Whereas, local leaders, in government and in the community, know that the support of the people in the neighborhoods is the most effective tool they can have in their efforts to reduce use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs by Iowans; and

Whereas, success will not occur overnight, our patience and continued commitment to drug education and prevention are imperative; and

Whereas, the red ribbon was chosen as a symbol commemorating the work of Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, a Drug Enforcement Administration agent, who was murdered in the line of duty and has come to represent the belief that one person CAN make a difference; and

Whereas, Red Ribbon Campaign was established by Congress in 1988 to promote this belief and encourage a drug-free lifestyle and involvement in drug prevention efforts; and

Whereas, the State of Iowa commits its resources to ensure the success of the Red Ribbon Campaign; and

Whereas, October 23 - 31, 2008, has been designated Iowa Red Ribbon Week calling on all Iowans to show their support for a drug-free state by wearing a red ribbon and participating in drug-free activities during that week;

Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that I ____________________, Mayor of the City of _______________________, do hereby proclaim October 23 - 31, 2008, as Iowa Red Ribbon Week in this City, and encourage all citizens, businesses, public and private agencies, media, religious and educational institutions to wear and display red ribbons and participate in drug-free activities throughout that week, joining the rest of the state in promoting the Red Ribbon Celebration and a drug-free Iowa.

Proclamation in PDF format