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HomeMy WebLinkAbout13613 RESOLUTION NO. 13613 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE USE OF “BANKS OF THE ARKANSAS” AS A THEME SONG FOR THE CITY OF PUEBLO BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO, that: SECTION 1. The City Council hereby supports the use of “Banks of the Arkansas” as a theme song for the City of Pueblo. SECTION 2. The officers and staff of the City are directed and authorized to perform any and all acts consistent with the intent of this Resolution to effectuate the policies and procedures described herein. SECTION 3. This Resolution shall become effective upon passage and approval. INTRODUCED February 13, 2017 BY: Robert Schilling City Clerk’s Office Item # Q-2 Background Paper for Proposed RESOLUTION COUNCIL MEETING DATE: February 13, 2017 TO: City Council President Stephen G. Nawrocki and Members of City Council CC: Sam Azad, City Manager VIA: Gina Dutcher, City Clerk FROM: City Council Member Chris Nicoll SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE USE OF “BANKS OF THE ARKANSAS” AS A THEME SONG FOR THE CITY OF PUEBLO SUMMARY: A song titled “Banks of the Arkansas” has been presented for consideration as a theme song for the City of Pueblo. PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION: A letter of support was issued in 1977 by City Council President Henry G. Reyes. BACKGROUND: “Banks of the Arkansas” was written in 1971 by Bryan A. Richie and Doyle Trantham who were Pueblo natives. The song was originally written as a tribute to the Arkansas River, the “blood” of communities in our region, paying homage for sustaining this area. This was the theme song for an original multi-media show at the Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference in 1975. The song was performed by bands and individuals who melded with its message and relevance to this area. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: There is no financial impact. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Not Applicable. STAKEHOLDER PROCESS: Not Applicable. ALTERNATIVES: City Council could choose not to support this resolution. RECOMMENDATION: This Resolution is at the request of City Council Member Chris Nicoll. Attachments: Attached is a brief history of the song “Banks of the Arkansas” and a copy of the 1977 support letter.