Alabama State Employee Recognition Week

Proclamation
By the Governor of Alabama
WHEREAS, the State of Alabama is served by approximately 30,000 loyal and dedicated state employees in many essential areas, including supporting families, improving our schools, boosting public health, keeping our roads safe, protecting and preserving wildlife and our natural beauty, expanding economic development, and a host of other services that make Alabama a wonderful place to live, work and raise a family; and
WHEREAS, in the true spirit of public service, these employees represent Alabama with a commitment to the highest levels of ethics, performance, customer service and efficiency; and
WHEREAS, state employees exhibit their dedication each and every day, and stand ready to render assistance with kindness and courage to their fellow Alabamians in times of need; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alabama is proud to recognize the men and women who make a difference in our daily lives and express appreciation this week and throughout the year:
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Kay Ivey, Governor of Alabama, do hereby proclaim the week of May 1st through May 5th, 2017, as
Alabama State Employee Recognition Week
in the State of Alabama.
Given Under My Hand and the Great Seal of the Office of the Governor at the State Capitol in the City of Montgomery on the 25th day of April 2017.
Kay Ivey
Governor