Proclamations

NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim May 21, 2018 as:

Arbor Day

in Alaska, and encourage citizens to plant trees in their communities, provide ongoing maintenance, management, and care of local trees and forested areas, and promote the livelihood of these assets for future generations of Alaskans.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim May 19-25, 2018 as:

Safe Boating Week

in Alaska, and encourage all boaters to wear life jackets when in an open boat or on deck, carry emergency signaling and communication devices, use engine cut off devices, and commit to never operating a boat if impaired by alcohol or drugs.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim May 6 – 12, 2018 as:

Public Service Recognition Week

and May 9, 2018 as:

State Employee Recognition Day

in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to recognize and appreciate the contributions of our public servants who work to build a safer, smarter, and stronger Alaska.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim May 11, 2018 as:

Child Care Provider Appreciation Day

in Alaska, and encourage Alaskans to acknowledge and support the dedication of child care providers across the state.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim May 6-12, 2018 as:

Nurses Week

in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to acknowledge and honor nurses, showing appreciation for them at every opportunity this week and throughout the year.
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