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Proclamation recognizing the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Montour Trail.
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WHEREAS, outstanding efforts from volunteer organizations and community members provide Allegheny County with quality, unique recreational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the Montour Trail was conceived by the Montour Trail Council in 1989; it gained momentum throughout Allegheny County as volunteers spread the idea of an extensive trail at community public meetings; and
WHEREAS, through this incredible effort by the council and by community members, the trail has been built steadily through the county for 20 years, and only a few small gaps remain from finalizing a completed, 46-mile trail that stretches from Moon Township to Clairton; and
WHEREAS, the steadfast dedication from the trail council has granted the citizens of Allegheny County with one of our area's most impressive routes for exercise and recreation; and
WHEREAS, the Montour Trail is a feature of our county that was made possible by fervent citizens, and as 2009 marks the 20th anniversary of the trail, our county can look upon the route with great pride;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Allegheny County Council, on behalf of the citizens of Allegheny County, commends the Montour Trail Council and the participating volunteers upon the monumental occasion of the Montour Trail's 20th anniversary. We commend the commitment of everyone who has been involved with making the trail a reality over the past 20 years, and we hope the trail continues to grow and thrive well into the future.