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A Resolution of Commitment to the American Dream
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WHEREAS, the American dream is rooted in principles of fairness, opportunity, and a chance to succeed; and
WHEREAS, the leaders of America's cities and towns are on the front line of service delivery and are the level of government that citizens look to first to ensure a good quality of life and a bright future; and
Whereas, the National League of Cities believes that government at all levels has a responsibility to work together to develop policies and programs that will give every American an opportunity to achieve the American dream; and
Whereas, a new National League of Cities public opinion survey shows that two-thirds of Americans believe the dream is becoming harder to achieve especially for young families and nearly three-quarters believe government should actively work to help people achieve the American dream; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby join the National League of Cities in calling for a national commitment to ensure access to the American dream; and
Be it further resolved that we are committed to do our part at the local and regional level to maximize access to affordable housing, strengthen public education, create opportunities to develop marketable job skills, and build an inclusive community; and
Be it further resolved, that we join the National League of Cities in urging state and federal leaders to work with city leaders in the coming year to develop programs and policies that will maximize access to affordable housing, strengthen public education, create opportunities to develop marketable job skills, and build an inclusive communities.