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Proclamation
Whereas, Code Enforcement Officers provide for the safety and welfare of citizens through the
enforcement of local codes or ordinances dealing with various issues of building, zoning, housing, and
environmental safety; and
Whereas, Code Enforcement Officers often have a challenging and demanding role in improving living
and working conditions for residents and businesses of local communities; and
Whereas, the role of many Code Enforcement Officers has expanded in recent years with the increased
number of foreclosed and abandoned homes in communities impacted economically; and
Whereas, Code Enforcement Officers are dedicated, highly -qualified professionals who share the goals
of preventing neighborhood deterioration and ensuring safety through knowledge and application of
housing and zoning codes and ordinances; and
Whereas, Code Enforce ment Officers are called upon to provide quality customer service to the
residents and businesses of the communities in which they serve; and
Whereas, Code Enforcement Officers often have a highly visible role and regularly interact with a
variety of state, county, first responder, and legislative boards, commissions, and agencies; and
Whereas, the Washington Association of Code Enforcement, which was established in 1988 to provide
ongoing training and support, wants to recognize and honor Code Enforcement Officers all across the
State of Washington and bring awareness to the importance of code enforcement;
Now, therefore, I, Denis Law, Mayor of the City of Renton, do hereby proclaim October 22-26, 2018 to
be
Code Enforcement OfficerAppreciation Week
in the City of Renton, and I encourage all citizens to join in recognizing the dedication and service of the
individuals who serve as our Code Enforcement Officers.
In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal
of the City of Renton to be affixed this 22nd day of October, 2018.
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Denis Law, Mayor
City of Renton, Washington
Renton City Hall, 7th Floor 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 • rentonwa.gov