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Home My WebLink AboutMINUTES - 07201999 - C199 ,^ IqqA TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Contra f �1 FR3W ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION OF � Costa CONTRA COSTA COUNTY A-8County" ' as July ,q DAT:; `lily ts � r;.s7A count c SUBJECT: APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION AS A "MILLENNIUM COMMUNITY" SPEC#FIC REQUESTS;OR RECOtdiR+lENDAT€ON(S)&BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDATION: APPLY, through the rational Association of Counties, to the White House for designation as a "Millennium Community` and AUTHORIZE the Chair, Board of Supervisors, to execute the application, as recommended by the Arts and Culture Commission. BACKGROUND. The White House has created a White House Millennium Council which has prepared a Millennium Communities Handbook. They are seeking communities which can be designated Millennium Communities. Millennium Communities will receive White House recognition, as well as use of the logo to identify the community as part of the national Millennium Communities program. The program is seeking to recognize efforts to preserve the past and look forward to the future. The Arts and Culture Commission plans a Countywide celebration of the arts, beginning July 3, 1999 and continuing through 2000,honoring the current millennium and imagining the new. It will showcase the richness and diversity of the arts and culture in the County. Every arts discipline, in every community,will be represented N from visual to music, from literary to drama. Highlights will include publication of CONT€UED ON ATTACHMENT: f1l YES SIGNATURE: RECOMMENOAT#O.eN OF COUNTY AMNISTRATO REC^NIMENOA"ION OF BOARD CO;vYPcTTEE APPROVE OTHER ACTION OF BOARD ON July 20, 1999 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OR VOTE OF SUPEMSORS _4� €HEREBY CERTIFY THAT-H!S ES A TRUE UNA-NIMOUS(ABSENT -�-"^"-. ; AND CORRECT COPY OF AN ACTION TAKEN AWES: NOES: AND ENTERED ON THE I'.iNUTES OF THE BOARD ABSENT: ABSTAIN: OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE StID'1 N. ATTESTED— RK$ PHEL SACC O' R,^' .RK OFF 7HF BOARD CF c: Count,Y Administrator SUPERVISORS AND COUNTY ADWNiSTRATOR Margo Cowan, Executive Director,Arts &Cuituro Commission BY— DEPUTY a commemorative book highlighting the arts in the County, an original musical pageant based on the lite of naturalist John Muir, the composition of an original musical work to be performed by the California Symphony on July 4, 2000; a multicultural dance event; touring performers, and special community art projects involving virtually every city in the County. Attached is the application form and additional information which the Commission is recommending be submitted through the National Association of Counties to the White House. -2- } g he Aiture Honoring the past...hnaginnng -osla Couny Celebrates dw arts 1999 000 MEMORANDUM June 25, 1999 TO. Claude L. plan Marter 3 t FROM: Bob Rezak RE: Designation as Millennium Community As discussed, here is a draft of the completed application for Contra Costa County to be declared a Millennium Community by The White House. The last paragraph. on Page 5 of the enclosed ""Millennium, Communities Landbook" outlines the benefits. The rules call for two codes of the documents being submitted through the National Association of Counties. I will prepare these along with supplemental information. It would expedite it if Supervisor Canciamilla would sign the official form once the board agrees to go forward. Then I'll transfer the data from the draft onto the form. Questions? Call me at 925/680-7089 As always, we very much appreciate your assistance. :0, fox 2,1643 Concord, CA 94521 .� MAN WPM NOW- Am 8 General Information Community/ tate Profiles Check the organization that fits your community profile. Bureau cf iridian Affairs National Governors Association National Association of Counties Nations;' League sof Cities National Association of Towns and Townships U.S. Conference of Mayors Community name: State: Population Size: Government Information Name of Chief ElectedOfficial: Title: Phone: Fat: E-mail: Mailing Address: City, State: Zip: Signature: y � p,. s' Staff Contact Information „r Please specify an authorized individual ff'om the elected official's office. rrr Name: Title: Phone: Fax: E-mail: € ailing Address: City, State: Zip: Millennium Communities Application Form General Information Community/State Profile: National Association of Counties Community Name Contra Costa County, California Population Size 880,000 Government Information Name of Chief Elected Official Joe Canciamilla Title Chair, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors Phone 925 427-8138 E-mail Mailing Address 300 East Leland Road, Ste. 100 City, tal e Pittsburg, CA Zlp: 94565 Signature Staff Contact Information Name Claude L. Van Matter T.1te Assistant County Administrator Phone 925 335-1002 E-mail Mailing Address 651 Pine Street, 11th Floor Millennium Communities About Your Millennium Program (optional) Community Name Contra Costa County, California Project Name Arts Millennia 2000 Program Web Page www,concordpavillonassoc,org Program E-mail cpava@aol.com and rrrezak aol,com Program Phone Number 925 798-6800 or 925 650-7089 Program Description A county-vide celebration of the arts, beginning July 3, 1 999 and continuing through 2000, honoring the current millennium and Imagining the new, It showcases the richness and diversity of the arts and culture in the county. Every arts discipline, in every community, will be represented--from visual to music, from literary to drama, Highlights include publication of a commemorative boom highlighting the arts in the county, an original musical pageant based on the life of naturalist John Muir, the composition of an original musical work to be performed by the California Symphony on duly 4, a multicultural dance event; touring performers, and special community art projects Involving virtually every city in the county, Millennium Communities Program Information Guidelines- f. Applicants must address all of the following questions and send two copies tc their respective intergovernmental association (except governors) or Bureau of Indiana Affairs. Sea the list o-' associations at the bottom of the page. 2. Dnnuble space answers for questions one, two and three can a separate sheet of paper. . Each response should be no more than 250 words, Every sheat of paper submitted rest have the name of the community and the state at the top of the page. 4. If the community has documenta:on to support its submission, such as pass releases, newspaper articles etc:; the accompanying material a,so should be clearly marked at :ne gap,of the page or on the front cover of a Multi-page piece. Questions: I. Describe how the community will reach out to a broad segment of people and organizations to involve,them in their rnillenni m activities. 2. Describe how the community wili design a planning structure to develop its millennium program. (How many people the community unity envisbns will be involved, how often they will meet, atc.) . Describe how the community plans to carry out the national millennium Theme- 'Horror the pest—trria ine she Fufura.Y (please list the projects you currently have planned or are consider, pursuing along with a time-table of mkJor eventsti tivit€es.) . Check what category/categories of program(s) the community may be interested in pursuing as it € €eaves forward with Rs planning: (Check as many areas as apply.) Historic preservation – Saving a treasure Community dialogues Special millennial celebrations Environmental project Children and youth initiatives Educational program Legacy project Volunteer Initiative Health care program/physical fitness Arts and humanities everts Science Entrepreneurship or invention Other: please list Elected officials should apply on behalf of their community through their appropriate intargcvernmentai association: U,S, Conference of Mayers National Association Towne and Townships 1620 Eye Street, NW 444 N. Capitol Street, NW, Suite 208 Washington, DC 20006 Washington, DC 200011-1202 hftp:/Av,,Nw.usmayors.org http:11www.natat.org National League of Cities Bureau of Indian Affairs 301 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 550 1849 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20004-1763 Washington, DC 20240 http:/sw�, .v,nlc.org h tp://wv .dsal.govlburearu€mincian-affairs.htrril National Association of Counties 440 f st Street, NW, Suits 800 Washington,tgton, D 20001 http:!/www.naco.org Contra Costa County, California Arts Millennia 2000 Millennium Communities Program Information Question I Arts Millennia 2000 Is designed to Include and involve residents in each of Contra Costa County's 19 incorporated cities as well as unincorporated communities. it Is unprecedented in duration (two years), scope (the entire county), cultural diversity and outreach, Representatives of all ethnic and cultural groups and arts disciplines have been involved the planning of the even-f, most of them free to assure widespread access, as well as in active implementation, Artists, writers, singers, dancers, musicians, and actors, as well as individuals with marketing, public relations, and technical skills, have been and are continuing to be recruited. Arts commissions in every city that has thein have endorsed the project and are providing support, as is the Arts and Culture Commission of Contra. Costa County, The mayors of the county have also pledged support-1, While the focus is on the arts, the celebration also will recogn',ze the environment through the production in October, 2000 of a musical pageant—first of its kind in the county and perhaps Northern California--based on the life of naturalist john Muir. Hundreds of performers and musicians are being recruited for the pageant, which will be staged at the 12,500-seat Concord Pavilion In central Contra Costa County, It Is expected that the pageant will be an annual event. An educational component will be aimed at sixth-graders in Contra Cosa County, California Page 2 of Question i county schools. Student artists In every high school will be invited to compete in a countywide juried art exhlblt("My So-Called Life"), as will artists of all ages in a separate competition, with works that are selected being displayed at least three galleries, Contra Costa County, California .Atm Millennia 2000 Question The planning structure was determined in 1998, The individual who conceived Ans IWIllennia 2000 recruited a co-chair, an individual who served as general manager of the Concord Pavilion, the county's largest performance venue, for 23 years, Together, they invited the Concord Pavillon Associates, the volunteer support group for the Pavilion, to become producer of the celebration in view of its record of raising funds and producing free community programs and concerts (including ballet, symphony, musical theater and ethnic dance) in schools as well as the Pavillon, The Associates formed a planning committee to handle day-to- day work of the celebration, It made a determined and effective effort to reach out--successfully--to arts commissions and virtually every arts and culture organization in the county for input and participation, Specifically, representatives of these groups became the steering committee, individual representatives were assigned specific rales (marketing, technical, performance) and some became chairs of major events, in turn, these representatives carried the word to their own organizations and local communities in general, This has spurred communities to create their own Arts Millennia events in addition to those produced on a county-wide level, Two meetings, one held on the stage of the Pavilion, were held to ensure everyone on the steering committee had an opportunity to voice opinions and offer suggestions, In addition, the Associates publish a periodic Contra Costa County, California Page 2 of Question 2 newsletter (UPDATE) for the steering committee to keep them Informed about the status of activities. The newsletter is also seat to political and community leaders, Stories about the celebration are sent to publications of orfs organizations, Newspapers continue to write stories, The result of this outreach is that the number of Individuals (at least 500) and organizations (at least f 5) Involved from all area of the county has exceeded even the wildest expectations. It is unprecedented. It is achieving a major goal of the celebration: To demonstrate the synergy that results from collaborative efforts, Centra Costa County, California Arts Millennia 200 Question The Arts .Millenn1d 2000 celebration has as its theme, 'Honoring the Past , . . Imagining the Future." Many events and activities are planned around this theme, including an arts symposium in the spring of 2000, Its focus will be on issues and developments that will influence the arts in the new millennium, The symposium will be open to arts and culture leaders throughout the East Bay region of San Francisca under auspices of the Arts and Culture Commission of Contra Costa County, a vital partner in Arts M111ennia 2000. Some of the major everts; "John Muir., The Musical," an original outdoor musical extravaganza based on the life of ploneer environmentalist John !Muir, It most certainly will 'honor the past." With a cast of several hundred people from throughout the county, the pageant wlil be performed five times, beginning October 1, 2000 at the Concord Pavilion, An original musical composition, written by a Hollywood filen composer, that reflects the history and diversity of the county. it will include the 300- voice Centra Costa Children's Chorus and will be performed on July 4, 20.30 at the Concord Pavilion by the California Symphony Orchestra, In the fail of 2000, the symphony will present a musical salute to the past millennium and the new millennium in a special program that will include a community chorus of at least 1,000 voices. Contra Costa county, California Page 2 of Question 3 - Arts Symposium in spring of 2€ 00 will focus on Imaging the future-mwhat the arts will look like in the new millennium, A commemorative book written by creative writing students earning master's degrees at Saint Mary's College of California. l he book will trace the evolution of the arts (the past) in the county and discuss their future. Art competitions open to artists of all ages and ail media whose work will depict their view of the new millennium. The creation of community columns (a symbol of community strength)-- eight-foot tall towers arranged in the shape of an obelisk on which artists will use varied media to trace their city's past and envision its future. Virtually all cities in the county are participating, On July 4, 2000, the columns will be assembled for display at the Concord Pavilion. Contra Costa County, California Ads Millennia 2000 Question The county is already pursuing the following categories; Historic preservation: The outdoor musical pageant based on the life of john Muir will call attention to the ongoing effort to continue the preservation of his residence, an historical landmark in Martinez, Contra Costa County, Special millennial celebrations: Cour Arts Miller n1a 2000 celebration is designed to "honor the past and imagine the future" with respect to arts and culture in the county. Children and youth initiatives: High school students from throughout the county will be invited to eater their art works in a furled competition, with their works to be displayed at a major gallery in 2000. Students of all ages will be encouraged to submit their art works along with adults of all ages in another major competition, with selected works being exhibited in 2000 in at least three galleries in the county. Legacy{project: Most all activities in Arts Millennia have a legacy aspect, The entire event itself will be documented, along with some lessons that were learned and conclusions and recommendations, for reference by ars leaders now and in the future, In addition, each city will design an eight- foot-tall art column, depicting the city's history and future in a variety of art media. The research and creative effort behind each column will be Contra Costa County, California Page 2 of Question 4 documented. ® Community dialogues: The celebration Includes symposia, lectures, and literary activities in which the community can participate. Environmental project: The musical pageant based on the lite and environmental contributions of John Muir, Environmental groups, including the Sierra Club, are Involved. Educational program: The Muir musical pageant includes or, educational component. Volunteer initiative: There is an ongoing rale and call for volunteers to assist in all aspects of the celebration, Arts and humanities events: These are the mainstay! of Arts !Millennia 2000, ® Entreprenuership or Invention: We are interested in pursuing this. I Millennium Communities About Your Millennium �x iapproved, details it t your program will be available for,€��p�bl€�to view on the Millennium Communities Web site, please provide €rfor ation about your program on this sheet sadly as you would lips it to appear to the pubs€c. Community Name, ;,can be formal orinformal name) Program Name- (10 ame;(10 words or less) Program Wb Page- €ftp:// ;provide full lit.. Program E-mail, (where public can serlo ques'l ons or asst for more information) Program Phone Number. (Where public can call for more € far ti�srs on the program) Program Description, hart description of your program's goals, About entente or les&) C S € Ii i >-7;777! 00 IUM MILLE IES commuNt V- -T A N 0 u t r, v ` WHITE HOUSE MI .LENIUM COUNCIL. 9 #„ A N ,. a The White douse Washington January 1999 Dear Friends. We stand at a rare moment in human history: the end of a century and the birth of a new millennium. Before us stretches a Journey upon which all humanity will embark, a journey that calls for horse, imagination, and courage. The beginning of this new millennium will be a time for great rejoicing, But it should :iso be a time for reflection and renewal, an opportunity for us as individuals and as a nation ro examine who we are, what we have accomplished, and where we hope to go. Most important, it must be a time when we work together to ensure a bright future for our children. . . . The First Lady and 1 created the White Nouse Millennium_ Council to encourage the participation of every American in our nations celebration and commemoration. The guiding theme of our natianal millenniumprogram is "Honor Honor the fast --- imagine the Future." Every cornmunity it, this great land has a cherished part of its past worth preserving ---•historic sires and artifacts that serve as living reminders of the ideals and creativity that have draped our experience. Every community has something to give to enhance the rives of future generations and to revitalize our democracy. And every American can share in the excitement of this once- ''" in-a-thousand-years celebration.. That is why we are pleased to launch the Millennium Communities program. The White. House Millennium Council, in partnership with local elected officials,will be awarding the national designation of "Millennium Co;nn?unity" to each, town, city, county, and tribe that takes a leadership role in markinpthis ristoric milestone. We invite every community, large and small, to participate. IX'e want to know your community's plans to welcome the 21st century, and we will register your ideas and Successes on the Millennium Commun;des Website so that others across the country can learn from your example. Americas proud past was shaped by the efforts of generations of individuals, families, and communities. Now each of us has a rare opportunity to make our own contributions to our common destiny and an evert brighter future for our nation. The First'Lady and I hope you will join us in celebrating this exciting journey into the new millennium. Sincerely, 1 "Theres tl growing excitement about the idea thaf we will be living in a rare, historical moment ., the conclwivn of centum x}. vY and the birth c,`a t r' millennium. Alc matter where we are in the county Y., E . W ` a the celebrations of U `" - r zz r ium wifl re ct'the ,1 ` creat vi y diversity and raw � # energies ca`` mericans. The comi? 27 is new centur and mifiennium presents us ivith a onder�l opportunity to reflect on ..t the p gt, oar,w ere we've .. been, on mho we are, and what 'we hope to become.�� y F xllr hoz Clinton { Ault 15, 1997 arriet Tuhman Elementary School f x linton in reciting the fledge of e t ,ti� star Spangled Banner."Preservation of . u e origznal flag is a top prioritJ f r the Smithsonian Institution and the Save Americas Treasures program, - IIS f _5 HANDBOOK ..;•- - , r s, ^fi i 3„ { Around the world,from neighborhoods common. We can make it a gateway When Does the New to national governments, from to an even brighter world for Millennium Begin? classrooms to boardrooms, kitchen America's children, who will live out tables to city halls and churches,people their lives in the future we help The arrival`o# the new mi@tenni�i are planning the ways they want to create, by giving "Gifts to the Future". has sparked a great debate: Who mark the new Millennium. Thousands We car: each do our part, as does it actually begin? flt of Americans already have booked President Clinton has said, to "make irsttncts #ell us to 'celebrate o reservations on cruise ships, hotels and the year 2000 a national celebration) ®ecember 31,`1999. but logic sal restaurants for December 31, 1999. of the American spirit in every that every rniiler�niurra is Made i Companies are devising commercial community... so #hat we can remain off I000_years �which means th projects to be completed in the the world's beacon not only of theivar 20(Dt3 belongs to , l Welcomingyear 2000. Computerized liberty, but of creativity, long after the second, trot tl�e third. Credit #: clacks in countless places fireworks have faded:' thts crtnfctstng state of affairs go( the next one to 1)6fi s the Diminutive, a six, are ticking down the This handbook is designed to offer centu min"nk who prepared thousand years seconds of the century. civic leaders, organized groups and �' P p calendar #or Pope Ste john in a spirit of Christians anticipate individual enthusiasts ideas for instead of,beginning his calehd. the third Millennium bringing communities together to at year 0, Dennis started with remembrance, since the birth of Christ { commemorate the millennium. /t A p bequeathing tis 'tl• hope andjoy with a renewal of faith. describes national and local chronological quandary we fa( Hundreds of books offer projects already underway, today.,. So ghat is the answe scores of millennial perspectives, examples to draw from and Accoardin to the U.S. Nav from historical and religious analyses ,fir° g y potential sources of help, It also flbservaory, the third Millenniui to "Style Surfing: What to Wear in the explains the application process begins on January 1, 2001. Evc Third millennium:' : for becoming a millennium so, dost americans and mucus But just as important as what we do to Community—a national designation to o v�rtll f R.�� d ocus on the fltp celebrate the millennium's arrival is recognize communities that have the ale � rfrotn p99 to`00. Whi. what we do to shape the years that pledged to pull together to "Honor y l nntttm ro tare follow. Our responsibility, challenge the Past—imagine the Future for d iii"ll tuft r and privilege as Americans is to make the new millennium. We hope it `" QP sure this milestone is more than just a will help Americans of all ages. to � �tl�nit�� memorable New fears Eve. We can build new bridges and repair old g P tt1 d � y ttenn `�x make it a time to rejoice in the past breaches — welcoming the next 3�. jh t1 J K� centuries of our American journey, and one thousand years in a spirit of10 l to examine the values and actions that remembrance, hope and joy. k` can shape the tomorrow we hold in i i v 4< WEi3,re:: Housr. Mitt f;.N N;rzr ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......................... ......... .......... ......... ......... ............ ..................................................................................... ............. I._............. _..._...... a " fill Become ivi ennium Communityl. 111111qiq li� ' t E r 44 t. r!s�l 3 .;.f. k;�r c,�;n � x'b..nTze-,A9 x `k n�+w.::..'>�, :�, y,�. ��w.g- ':;a• � d \ �$ q,..4'^'a tom' 'Yf1^r P•* H ,�X,r"'�y -� �;x � r`,� ..-=..1'�*"' .,,.,.. 'may. * � �\ ,�Fe+s`�'�x73�i+�`s }" 'f W ,� � 4 ♦5�. isy °jz F ♦ '� �" X4- .yes ,f" ^•,r o." t \' st f ,�,Y,w*r ." ,. 5,*s„ ?� �('.'.>a '+.s 7 :,: .,, .'tea [ frd' £, { •'a; � .,�,t-y. y'7' "<'>� -w'� :.f a t ?f` b '.4�E �'kr q '{�` .1�'".'� ss#,,f 5....' f' .t.t 7'} �k`✓' +� a"�.y �r� t.`Fw*c 'Y d? �,,,� � �� ^s� �q�e•. :i "�i. �f oy.'f y. .�� 3 P,� i i 4 ii Is your community doiflg its part to make the millennium count? "twenty years] You can become a millennium Community — an honorary will be more di designation awarded by the White House to recognize - enthusiastic, committed communities in every corner ofAmerica. the things thatyou didn't do 0. than by the ones you did do. We'll be looking for efforts to bring citizens together around the natio Sal So throw off the bowlines. theme, "Honor the Past--imagine the Future", by commemorating local history, reflecting on current challenges and devising projects to prepare Sail away f om the safe your community and its people for the 21 st century. And as President and harbor ,etch the made Mrs. Clinton plan a national New Year's Eve celebration to be held in 1999 in Washington, DC, they want to know that communities across the winds in yoursrail Eplore. country are organizing safe, special and family-oriented New Year's Eve Dream.,%Z3isco' er ,3 festivities of their own. Perhaps there's a monument in your town square, plastered in graffiti or falling apart; maybe a cemetery overrun with weeds;'far a historic buildingzrki threatened by development. Help the treasures of yesterday to shine in the 21st century! Encourage families to record their histories. Make a time capsule that captures your town and its citizens at the brisk of the year 2000. interview people who influenced local development and archive their stories tom{ for posterity. Pay tribute to your community's past! u . Maybe you, public library is lacking resources; neighborhood children reed V �" after-school tutors; or local service organizations are desperate for volunteers. t 4 v � An investment of our time and talent can be a lastin i€t to tornorrowl dean <' _ NAM- your g gMR up a local playground or park. Plant a tree. Paint a mural. Sponsor an irterfaith convePsation. l7evise a project that encourages citizens of every age `��,r to serve. Shape your community's future. rt . $ .` And plan a communityvrvide New Year's Eve party to remember. Because by marshaling the energies of your family members, friends and fellow citizens, r f you can spark not only a grand celebration, but a stronger spirit of unity in your 4 ' community to launch the next 1,000 years. Millennium Communities will receive White House recognition, as well as use of the logo to identify your community as part of the national Millennium Communities program. Your stories will be posted on the Millennium Communities website, so other communities can learn Jim about and draw from your examples. And over the next two years, the President and First lady will visit Millennium Communities all across America, to celebrate and share in grassroots efforts to ring it the Next ' ad' thousand years. { tet" R S h�� ...................._........ ......... ......... ......... ......... __...... ......... ......... ......... .......... ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ __ ......... ......... ......... ......... .......illi ......... _...... ` HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED : .................................................................................................................................................................................................. Any politically or geographically defined community is €igib€ to apply. Contact your local elected or appointed official — such as mayor, county commissioner or selectman — and encourage hire or her to seek the Millenniurn Community designation on behalf of your community. Local officials should contact their respective national associations — the U.S. Conference of Mayors, the National League of Cities, the National Association of Towns and Townships, the National Association of Counties or the Bureau of Indian Affairs — to seek an application and apply to be designated a Millennium Community. Application forms can also be obtained on the WHMC website at www.millennium.whitehouse.gov, Communities will be evaluated on the basis of their pledge to (t) Establish a Millennium planning Committee or Task Force; (2) Involve as many and as diverse members of the community as possible in program planning and implementation; and (3) persue projects cons€stent with the national theme "donor the Past — Imagine the Future" — in particular, saving an historic place or artifact important to their community's history and heritage; helping citizens to seize the opportunities of the neve century; and planning safe and family-oriented New Year's Eve celebrations. Millennium Community applications veil; be collected and reviewed by each of the national associations. Designations will be awarded as applications are received and forwarded to requesting officials. In the pages that follow are suggested projects to imitate, replicate or in which to participate. But these ideas are also intended to spark your imagination. The achievements of the past, and the gifts that will strengthen our future, are as numerous and diverse as the people and places of our great land. What is your community proud of? What do you wish you could change? Honor the past, imagine the future, and help your community shine) 6 M!!.i.E N N!U M C.0 M M UN 3'1 S F S H AN D 3 0 0 4 i 71 — S XPPA t 'i I O N �� flvitJ t j � �+fo�'�'atioo enerat 'n t , to box.Cheek the approp"a prattte: � un; l5tate ent l ef'sttage ........ Cam' "tribal GoveW, 1� C Y tavvnlTa��'nshtp { Count`' �_State' —1 k Mate Elected officials should apply on behalf of the community through their appropriate °} 5i�e: t tri ®ratio intergovernmental association. A copy of the poputattan } Coyer eo +t}e application can be found at the Millennium Council website at: Chiei�ter-ted Giitctat: alt: �.-rn http://v�n�rw.rr�illenroiurn.�us�itehouseegov Mame©i �;urnber° baiting d press. U.S. Conference of Mayorsphone — 1620 Eye Street, NW lax Numbec. zip, -- 'y Washington, DC 20 006 http://www.usmayors.org t 5i�nature: I+ri�o�C�a'tis�1� stational League of Cities Staff Contact 1301 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Suite 550 y Washington,, DC 20004-1763 4 ttte: ht,.p://mw.nic.org Name* '' National Association of Counties phone Biu ben: Ncaipddress' 440 1st Street, GVW ting Suite 6003 Washington, DC 20001 t http://wwvv.naco.org Bureau of Indian Affairs 1849 C Street, NW Washington, DC, 20240 http://www.doi.gov/bureau-iridian-affairs.html, National Association of Towns and Townships 444 N. Capital Street, NW Suite 208 Washington, DC 20001-1202 http://www.natat.org VIHtTr HOUSIt MILLENNIUM COUNC!L .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................._... t. r. YY Wa... o Welcome the Millenniu t 4 r`W. m '§+ �` • r < ° 5� x eget+ f y • yq� t lr # 4 ! 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This is just a taste of what you'll find at Millennium Evenings at the White House — a series of lectures and cultural showcases hosted by President and Mrs. Clinton to highlight creativity and innovation in the arts, humanities, sciences, and technology. Our nation has always thrived from its spirit of imaginatioi and discovery. By celebrating our vibrant cultural and intellectual heritage, provoking thought about where we've been and where we're headed, and ruching out to the entire nation through 2 st century technology, Millennium Evenings can Delp V am only one, us honor the past and imagine the future. but still I am one. H O W Y 0 U C A N GET i N V O LVE D I cannot do everything, .................................................................................................................................................................... These evenings in the company of prominent scholars, creators, philosophers but still I can do something; and performers, are accessible to the public via satellite. They also are -And because cybercast—transmitted live on your computer—in real time over the Internet, and at every Millennium Evening an interactive discussion includes e-mail I cannot do everything questions from across the country. Call your State Humanities Council or local I will not refuse community college to learn if they organize downlink sites, or work with thea to host one. Sponsor your own local events around a White House Millennium to do the something Evening. Have schoolchildren study speakers and subjects in advance and ask that I can do." questions over the Internet. Hold your own community discussion after the national event has concluded. Or, put together Millennium Evenings of your own, in which local artists, scholars or scientists share their thoughts about Helen feller your community's past and future. Encourage young people to attend these events — they often ask the best questions! For information on upcoming White House Millennium Evenings, including how to downlink a satellite broadcast or access a Millennium Evening through the Internet, please visit http://www.mi€iennium.whitehouse.gov, If you'd like to request a tape of previous Millennium Evenings to use for educational purposes, contact the National Endowment for the Humanities at http://www.neh.gov. F.enowned jazz musician and educator Wynton MarsaL traces the history of jazz with President and Mrs. Clinton at a Millennium Evening at the White Horse. WHITE HOUSE MILLENNIUM, COON i__ � .._.... _.__. ___. __.......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .......... ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ _.. ......... ......... ......... ......... ............ ......... _ _._.. _ _...... _ _. __..... Save an American Treasure How will Americans in the next millennium donne to know the history and "People � what t t culture that have shaped and strengthened our nation? You can help carry our etre because they have heritage forward by joining the effort to Save America's Treasures — a public- „ private partnership to preserve the sites and artifacts that comprise our collective Come t t� what '° memory and symbolize the American experience. As the 20th century draws to a close, many of our most beloved historic sites, collections, objects, documents and monuments are deteriorating. Even the Carl Sandburg broad stripes and bright stars of the Star Spangled Banner--the massive flag that inspired our national anthem — are in desperate need of repair. And countless other symbols of our past—less well-known; but no less important— reed help if they are to survive. Our nation's history includes contributions from men and women of every race, background and experience w and you don't have to be a museum curator or preservationist to help protect these contributions for the future. To lead the effort,the First Lady has visited sites across America where ordinary citizens are coming together to answer the call. in Waterloo, New York,for example, she Our nation's history rnet members of the Seven Lakes Girl Scouts Council who are volunteering time to help to restore the M'Ciintock louse, where includes contributions American women raised their voices for equal rights more than 150 nears ago. In the Boyle Heights neighborhood of East Los Angeles. r�� men and women of , California, she visited Jewish and Latino groups who are working every race, �' together to restore and transform an historic synagogue into a and experience co mmun4 center. And in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, she saw a community working together to preserve the historic Colonia: Theater and revitalize their hometown. With President Clinton's leadership, Congress has appropriated $30 million to Save America's Treasures. This fund, administered by the rational Park Service, will go to the most urgent preservation projects of nation=al significance within _. if x - si ti 10 M!LLENNt UM COMMUNITIES HAND90OK certain federal agencies. At the same time, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, joined the National Park Foundation and y ., Heritage Preservation, is working in partnership with the White Noose Millennium Council to encourage new private sector efforts to preserve our heritage—not just the landmarks that tell the stories of the famous, but the special places and objects in every community that tell the story of all Americans. The private initiative to Save America's Treasures, of which First Lady Hillary Podharn Clinton is honorary chair, has attracted individual, corporate and foundation donations already surpassing the federal commitment. ` Certain preservation efforts around the country may be eligible to become official Save America's Treasures Projects,which can afford them special benefits. At the Edison National Historic Official Projects will receive Save America's Treasures identity materials,including bite/Invention Factory in gest Orange,New the program logo and motto,to raise public awareness. Nonprofit organizations and state and local governments with eligible preservation, restoration or Tansey hors. Clinton speaks about the more conservation projects may apply. For more information or to receive an than 400,000 artifacts and 5 million pages application, contact.' the Save America's Treasures program at the National ofpgerfromThomas Edison housed atthe Trust at 202-588-6202 (www.nationaltrust.org). Y site and the need to preserve these "American Every community has a part of itself that deserves to be saved and remembered. Treasures"for future generations. And by investing in your past,you can create a brighter future by renewing civic pride and energizing tourism and economic development. HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED ................................................................-.......................-..................-....................................................................................................----........................................................... State and local historical societ;es, arts and humanities such as the National Trust for Historic Preservation councils, libraries and preservation associations can help (www.nationaltrust.org), the National Park Foundation identify the places and objects that tell your community's (www.nationalpark.org) and Heritage Preservation story. Talk to local professional and civic groups about (www.heritagepreservation.org). Another resource is finding support. Encourage schools and students to get Save Outdoor Sculpture -- a public-private initiative involved,with classroom projects,guest speakers or field that supports preservation of American outdoor trips to learn more about a monument or site. A number sculpture. Guidelines for awards to professionally of national organizations can provide useful information, conserve public sculptures are available from SOS' at 3-888-SOS-SCULPT. a, I [Mfrs. Clinton speaks about i preserving American heritage at the f� Harriet Ttbrnan Home in Auburn, New}ork. The site is one of the frw links to Harriet I Tubman, the woman known as the p, `Moses of her people"for her fzgbt t against slavery. Wiiirt_ Heusi: INA 1;,1_r.NNiuna C0UNC11, �1 ............................................................................................... ...................................................................................................................................................................._.__.............................._...__........_.......... _. ......... ......... ......... ......... ........ ......... ......... ........_............... ..._...... ..... _. ......... ........ ......... ......... ..._........ _ 7 Bid Millennium 'rte Your community can clear a path to the future by creating a i`V,illennium Train From the t earliest routes of our ancestors, to new urban greenways, to itineraries that tell the story of our nation, trails are an important part of our shared American landscape. Thirty years ago, the federal government and the American public forged a partnership to build and protect a nationwide network of trails. Today, the trails network is an interstate transportation system surpassed only Millennium "rails by railroads and federal highways, is a national initiative At the same time, to spark creation or other organizations enhancement of more E and agencies have f researched and markedthan 2,000 traih heritage trails — such as the Underground Railroad Trail, where you can trace the journey of someone like Harriet Tubman who risked her life to bring slaves to freedom. Millennium Trails is a national initiative to .�` spark the creation or enhancement of more than 2,000 trails as part of America's legacy for g the future. These will include 2,000 local trail projects from communities nationwide; 52 Millennium Legacy trails nominated by the .5o Mates, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico; and 12 National Millennium Trails. All kinds of trail projects are encouraged to take part, from historic trails that teach us abort our past, to paths for hiring and biking, to scenic tours along beautiful landscapes. Every Millennium Trail will receive a special Walking and bicycling along the hi�roricC&0canaL Millennium Trails marker. They also will be linked together on a Millennium Trails website, and encouraged to create their own web pages to share their stories with the nation and the world. 12 MILLENNIUM COMMUNITIES t-tANDBOOK H0VV YK] Q CAN GET I NVOLVED : __----'........................................ - ...... ...—.....................—.................................................................................... Every community can forge Millennium Trails to connect the people who travel them to their land, their history and their culture. What stories do the buildings, rnunub, monuments, parks and businesses in your community te|!7 X self-guided vva|king tour with interpretive materials such as markers and brochures can bring history and culture to life. if there is an existing trail in your area, encourage youth or community groups to maintain or enhance it by p|ontin8 f|ovver beds, inviting local artists to create mile markers or benches, researching and publicizing the trail's history, or using it as an outdoor classroom tostudy science and the environment. Did arailroad once serve your community? Anational rai|s-to-treilsconversion movement has turned hundreds of abandoned rail beds into bike and hiking paths. The Rails-to-Trails Conservancy manages the National Transportation Enhancement Program Clearinghouse, a database ofinformation on how to create new trail projects and apply for funding. Cali them to[[-free at 1-888-388'8832 � Millennium Trails is {ed by the Department of Transportation in cooperation with the RaUs-to- A ided walking Trails Conservancy,the National Park Service,the tour with interpretive National Forest Service, the Bureau of Land KAane�ernmntandthe President's Committee materials ""�� /�°/� ° � '�" on the Arts and the Humanities. Criteria for and hr0°h&xres can hying Millennium Trails will be available in early ~�� /�� 1999. To learn n}nve, please check out the ''°°""'J' ~'~~ ~�~ ~'' 'n~ Millennium Trails website at mvwxw.dot.gov/rntp, contact Trails 2K@ao!.corn or call the Department ofTransportation at2O2-3GS-4045. ' vv*;r, uoo`r ^x/.Lcww'ow coowc//, l ---- 'Fake a Flight of the Imagination .. to Mars! Encourage the young people of year community to set their sights on Mars! The Fars Millennium Project is challenging students across America to imagine creating a village for 100 transplanted earthlings on the planet Mars in the year 2030. Thousands of young people will work closely with teachers and community leaders to weave the arts, sciences and humanities into an exploration of their own communities. They'll talo the best of the past and present and chart a new course for the future, t 1' Teams will have access.P artists, scientists,engineers and architects —even l;r! astronauts — from all across the nation through on-lute chats. A national lei 9 website will connect tears to a universe of resources that will expand horizons by helping young people develop and use new knowledge and S kills, And Learns will share their projects and ideas within this virtual gallery. The result? Thousands of neva ideas about what crakes a good community, what gives life meaning, and what it will take to survive in a new environment. Participation kits geared for K12 learning will be available in March 1999 for use in classrooms, libraries, museums, civic organizations, clubs and community centers. The kits will include activity guides for teachers, student and project leaders, and tips for getting information and working with local professionals. Completed student projects will be exhibited across the country in the year 2000. The Mars Millennium Project is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, the National Endowment for the Arts, NASA and its Jet Propulsion Lab, and the J. Paul Getty Trust in partnership with the White House Millennium Council, More than 100 national education, art, science, space and civic organizations are supporting this unique opportunity, as well as many contributing corporate partners. HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED : .................................-.......---...........-............................................. ............... This is a once-in-a-millennium opportunity to get students thinking about what makes their own community work; as they imagine a living environment from the ground up. For information on hove you can get involved in this exciting national initiative, please call (310) 274-8787 x 150 or e•-mail mars@pvda.com. 14 M41 -S;NNiUM C'-0MM.UN1 . !f;S HAND%00K Tell Your Family Story Honoring the past means honoring the people who made our lives `As grateful as we are to srll possible today. And there is no history lesson that better captures our ilir�rr�� attention than the stories of our ancestors as they straggled to shape their the great leaders t, Je in lives through the upheavals of migration, the cataclysms of war or the leaders,Political leaders, forging of new communities. Through "My History is America's History", the Millennium program of the National Endowment for the Humanities, busirt�ss le �� you can explore your family's story and learn more about its place in the cont7ibutedso.much in making of our ;ration. makin what it 8s My History activity kits will tell you how to interview your relatives, preserve family photos and heirlooms, put your family's journey in historical context, today, �v it e also,grate l to and more. They also will point you toward resources for learning more our grandfathers and our about genealogy, oral history, and the history of your community and country. NEH will promote public radio programs focusing on family stories, grandmothers who built this My History toolkits for K-12 teachers,and community and state-based public country brick by brick, fiimily education programs on My History themes. Encouraging young people to interview their grandparents, or track down by family;fob by job,year the forgotten names of people it fading family photos, or care for an old after year. wedding dress that is yellowing in the attic, or protect the documents and diaries that help to tell their family's story,are powerful ways to pass the gifts of the past on to futureenerations. g Hillag Rodham Clinto,r HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED : fury 14, 1998 ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... "My History is America's History" activity kits will be ready for distribution through schools, libraries, state humanities councils, state historical societies and museums in the spring of 1999. An interactive "My History"website will complement these materials, allowing users to tell their own stories and to orient their families within the larger patterns of history. For the most up-to- date information, please access the NEH web page at wvvw.neh.gov. WH:TF H')USE M11,LE NI1_V C��, .•:1,C.. 15 ............... . . .... ............................................................................................................................................... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ............ _ ........ __ .. _. ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ........... ....._............_..... _. ......... ......... ......... ......... ......_.. ......._.. _.......... Bring Poetry into the Fine You also can share the spirit of the Cho you still rem-ember a poem your grandfather read to you as a child... a Favorite Poem Project by attending sonnet you memorized in high school English... or the romantic verses you one of the many Favorite Poem received from your first true love? Readings being held across America The Favorite Poem Project, led by Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky, invites the American public to celebrate our nation's great literary tradition by preserving In. 1999. See vdF.nefa.org for a list poetry for the future. 6y the year 2000, the project will create an audio and of reading locations. video archive of more than 1,000 Americans w of many ages, regions, backgrounds and professions — each reading a favorite poem aloud. The readers also will be asked to explain why the poem they've chosen is meaningful to them — because the "meaning" of poetry comes not only through literary analysis but through the difference it makes in the individual reader's life. Ihe Favorite Poem Project is sponsored by the Library of Congress and the National Endowment fir the Arts, and administered by the New England Foundation for the Arts. The archive; to be housed at the Library of Congress Archive of recorded Poetry,and Literature,wit' be a unique,intimate testimony to the power and presence of poetry in our lives on the eve of the new millennium. Students frorn JohnsonJunior high School join.Mrs. Clinton and Poets Laureate fry C6 !. l' £3 A C E 7 f IV f3 t< � I.. r3 R bert Pinsky Mira Love and Robert Nass '+Mould you like to read a poem for this extraordinary archive? Self- to talk about expressing ideas and nominations are welcome. Pick up a submission forme at your local library -- emotions in poetry or submit electronically at vAvw.nefa.org. If you are unable to find a submission form, you may send a letter or e-mail with your name, address, occupation, age, a bit of 414 y background information, the " name of the one poem you choose and its author, and a short paragraph explaining V. your selection to: Robert Pinsky The Favorite Poem Project, Boston University, 236 Bay State Road, Boston MA 02215; favpoem@bu.edu. k ,y �I 16 2yu fvi_LLENNIUM COMMUNITIRS HANDBOOK <v3, 1 TH I NK THEMATICALLY ! P Enhance Education for the Next Generation our children —America's leaders of tomorrow—will live out their lives in the new century. What better gift can we give to the future than to help there reach their dreams — and what better way to do so than to strengthen education with richer curricula, expanded opportunities, and creative new ways to teach and lean}? In Little Rock, Arkansas, for example, the Millennium Commission is collaborating with the school district to incorporate local history into elementary, diddle and high school curricula by highlighting the Central high Museum and park area. I n Maryland, the Celebration 2000 initiative has worked with the business community to create a program for elementary through high school students that stresses the global nature of the state's economy and the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace of tomorrow. One of the events wHI be linked to United dations flay, with an elementary school UNICEF poster contest and mock United Dations programs staged in high schools. The state of Indiana is planning curriculum enrichment for schools called "Learning Indiana" Through essay contests and works of art, Los Angeles, California is asking children to envision LA in the 21st century, Allentown, Pennsylvania is planning a special millennium contest in which a college scholarship will be awarded to a young woman in the By making education a area. Clermont has a First Day Foundation, encouraging employers to give parents time off with their children on priority toffy, ycatr can help the first day of school and to begin their parental give young people the tools involvement with teachers and school activities. they will need to thrive its There are many other ways for communities and individuals to crake a difference. Work with local the wc�rlclof'ttar�r�ttoz� businesses and organizations to create new scholarships or internships for young people. Volunteer as a tutor or mentor. Donate a computer to a classroom. Help organize a field trip to a park or museum, or host one at your place of work. Contact your local school or PTA to inquire about volunteer opportunities or other ways to get involved and give support to your children. By making education a priority today,you can help give young people the tools they will need to thrive in the world of tomorrow. WEE[ rr Mn.LE.NNIt;ki Cwt ct[_ ................. .................................................................................................................. ......_.............................................................................................................................._.......................................................................................................... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .._..... ......... ......................... ......... _.. ......... ......... ......... ......... ...._._.. ........... ._.......... ..__ ------------- Protect the Environment As custodians of the planet, we have a sacred obligation to preserve the environment for future generations. Think about ways to make the new millennium clean and green! Seattle, Washington has big plans under way to celebrate their city of light, water and woods with the lighting of several bridges,the restoration of urban creeks and a major watershed, and a commitment to plant more than 20,000 trees cityvvide. These projects will rot only beautify the city but will encourage environmental education and community involvement. Hendersonville, Tennessee's major millennium project is the dredging off Drakes Creek,the city's Local pointe The four-mile long creek,which was once a popular fishing sprat and fishing hale where residents met and children played, is now full of sediment and debris. The completion of the restoration project will improve the aquatic environment, provide art ideal habitat for fish and restore the natural beauty of the area. Orlando, Florida will-,�be unveiling a new "Mlillenniurn Park" And Burlington,Verrhont has a long terra project underway to create a Launch a sustainable community for the 21 st century. business, school intake caring for the Earth a central part of your millennium gift. or neighborbood Plant a tree in honor of someone special. Launch a business, school or neighborhood recycling effort. Designate a recycling e oink community "Clean Sweep" day to pick up litter in a park, a neighborhood or along a stretch of road. Plant new flower beds where others can enjoy there. Create community gardens on vacant neighborhood lots. Establish joint city/county programs that provide for brown fields redevelopment and environmental protection. Plan a community day of action and celebration for the 30th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22 in the year 2000. Do <x S> your part to bequeath a clean and healthy planet to the futurel 18 M 11.C.F?NNFUM COMMUNITSES HANDBOOK Expand Your Morizons � k j Countries around the world, from Kentucky has embarked Iceland to South Africa, have on an international established millennium commissions cultural program with rs of their own: and are busy planning France called the programs and activities.Why not mark Millennium Monument the millennium within your community Project. A major feature of by reaching beyond local boundaries? this project is the 66,000 Consider forging a sister city pound World Peace Bell, which relationship, or using an existing tie is decorated with designs to generate ideas for celebration.The highlighting the contributions of man children within your community. A Chicago Sister Cities International over the last 1,000 years. variety of resources are available to Program, for example, will match at Culminating the project will be a help your com-munity share its leash one Chicago Public School with community to community viewing of celebration with the world. For a school in each of Chicago's sister the bell as it makes its way across the example, many communities have cities around the world. Students, Atlantic from France and up the American Friends Service teachers and administrators will Mississippi Riven;to the Millennium Committees, World Affairs Councils, communicate across borders via the Monument site in Kentucky. On New international civic clubs such as tions Internet, video, letters and Year's Eve 1999, the bell will be rang or Rotary, universities or colleges exchanges. Each Sister Cities' once every hour as each time zone with international studies programs, committee will have a humanitarian heralds the year 2000. or language and cultural associations project, such as a project between Both our nation's capital, Washington such as UAlliance Francaise. Chicago and Casablanca, Morocco,to DC, and the city of Hull in Canada's Religious institutions and libraries set up a relief fend to .revitalize the capital region, are celebrating their can also be valuable resources. Children's Hospital in Casablanca. bicentennials in 2000. The cities are The town of Woodbury, New twinning their celebrations, with Y For more information about ~pow ; planned events including the ersey has a millennium protect that will link the city to its English development of Commemoratior; to become a Sister Ci y, contact roots. In the spring of 2000, a Parks, educational youth exchanges Sister Cities International at 112-foot replica of a 1725 brig, the with high schools,colleges and artists, (202) 312-1200 or on the Phoenix, will retrace the historic commissioning artistic works and 11tl organizing Dints sporting events, orld Wide thi'eb at or journey of Henry Wood, a Quaker g g j P g from Bury who is credited with On a global scale, the United States w°'�'si�er-cities.org�nd .ala founding Woodbury. On July 1, has led many countries worldwide in And the White House hk`llennium 2000, the new ship's crew -- made designating February 29, 2000 as Council maintains a calendar up partly of young people from International Children's Day. Be part of international millennium Bury and Woodbury, will arrive in of this international event by taking Woodbury Creek for a weeklong the time on this extra day of the year observances, available through millennium celebration. to honor and improve the lives of the WHMC website. W!i; :F. Housi: Mi1,1.fNN!uM Co")Nc :! ................................................................................... . ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ............._..........._............ _.. ......... ......... ......... ......... ........ ............. ......... ........ ._....._.... ......... Celebrate Oiversity America's greatness 'ies not only in. our size, our economic success or our military might, but in the vibrant mosaic of our people. And in today's increasingly interdependent world, our dynamic diversity will be among our most important strengths — for we have the world within our borders. net's reach across the lines that divide us and face the future as one America, hand- in-hand. Why not welcome the millennium with a celebration of America's diversity? As part of the City of Dallas' major millennium exposition "The Turn: America at the Millennium," five ethnically diverse families were Foster new' �� linked with five artists,who were giver, art supplies, tape recorders neighborhoods and encourage-afire and video cameras and asked to create their definition of freedom. The result is "in Our House," a walk-through exhibit of five rooms, people to became more involved five families and five unique views of freedom. in their communities To foster new links between diverse neighborhoods and encourage people to become mp.re involved in their communities,the city of Chicago will facilitate 2,000 block parties in the year 2000. Wyandotte, Michigan is creating the Wyandotte indian Family Sculpture to honor the founders of their community, Naperville, Illinois is hosting a concert honoring 1,000 years of sacred music from diverse faith communities worldwide. And among its many ideas for celebrating its 150th birthday in the year 2000, Kansas City, Missouri has proposed holding one very special collective public ceremony for those who are ready to be sworn in as new U.S. citizens. Celebrate Women's History In addition to honoring the rich ethnic, racial and religious diversity of your community,why not celebrate your local heroines¢--a the women who made a difference in your community—with an event that tells their stories and leaves a permanent exhibit behind? Encourage hospitals, clinics t and schools to tell the story of their "founding mothers" Make a list of"female firsts" in your community—the first doctor, the first principal, the first elected official, Produce their stories in one or more documents or a running series in your local newspaper. Create a women's history trail to highlight significant landmarks that help to illustrate the role of women in the past. For ideas, contact the President's Commission on the Celebration of Women in American History at WVVW.gsa.gov/staff/pa/Whc.htm. Honor the women who have worn our nation's uniform with a historical exhibit or ceremony. The Women in Military Service for America Memorial Foundation, Inc. can give you information on getting started — call them at 7013-533-1155. i s 's 20 y,, XA11.!A:NN1t). COMMUNFTFES HANDBOOK Promote a Spirit of Service "Everybody can be great, As President Clinton said at the Service Summit to April 1997, "Citizen service is because everybody can serve. " the story of our more perfect union" Volunteering your time and talent can be a lasting gift to the future-- and at the sante time, a wonderful gift to yourself. u As part of its 150th anniversary celebration, Kansas City is encouraging citizens fir. Martin Luther ming,lr and businesses to help meet individual and community needs,from tutoring and mentoring to foster parenting, elderly assistance, animal adoption, recycling and preservation. Seattle is developing the Seattle Service Corps 2000 to Donor and advocate volunteer efforts by individuals throughout the city. in Florida, an interfaith initiative called Awakening 2000 hopes to encourage Floridians to reach out to people in need — in particular the lonely and those near death.The United States Peace Corps is looking for recruits all across America to meet its pledge to double participation for the new millennium. llllhy not pay tribute to the outstanding individuals whose contributions have enhanced the quality of life in your community? Invite former Americorps or Peace Corps volunteers to share their experiences by speaking at libraries, civic Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.join their Ho orar centers or schools. Host an awards ceremony in which students join city officials President,Mrs. Clinton and their Presicent, in presenting millennium citations of achievement to these individuals, passing Mks. Eleanor Fe7&n in announcing the Girl on the tradition of civic pride and responsibility from one generation to another. Car challenge young people to pledge 2,000 minutes to community service during Scout of the U.S.A. millcnnivent patch a.-rhe the year 2060M'Clintock�i'ouse/LY/omrr.r ens Eights Nayurl Historical Park in Waterloo, A'eu,York. Tll� ne X Kellogg Foundation of Battle Creek, Michigan, believes that service- learning is a key strategy in ensuring young people enter the next millennium with the academic, civic, workplace and personal development skills to succeed. In 1999, the Foundation will launch a new national initiative to expand opportunities for youth in grades K-12 to take part in quality service-learning experiences. For more information about the Kellogg Foundation's Initiative,contact Susan Oliver at 202-778-6323 or visit the Kellogg Foundation's website at wwwwkkf.org. For general service- learning information, contact the National Service-Learning Clearinghouse at 1-800-808-SERVE or www.nlcsi.coled.umn.edu. Volunteering is the best preparation for charitable giving,another of our } nation's great traditions. Increase your familys goal for giving. Or teach your children to give to a favorite cause—challenge them to collect change to Delp save a treasure, clean a park or build a playground to commemorate the millennium. By stepping forward to fill the gaps in our lives and the life of our nation, ; we can help our children grow up in an even greater America than the one we knew. WiiY'r : HoUsr. MILLFNNiUM COUNC71. .................................................................................................... _....._......................................................................................................................................................_............................................................... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......................... ......................... ......... _._ _ _.. __.. _... _. ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... _.. _._._ s Many of these communities have web pages on which you'll find additional information about millennium plans and projects; The Alaska Federation of datives aims to To recognize the. town's role in Minneapolis will host the Minnesota use the coring of the new millenniums America's expansion,the local historical Millennium Celebration, a statewide to help Alaska Natives better define their society plans to restore some of the celebration, aimed at building a better vision of the future,and work together to most i nportant trails that ran through ugh fut;re for Minnesota's children. The achieve it. By holding an extensive series Casper, such as the cattle trail that celebration begins with tAllennium of discussions with Native communities stretched from Texas to Montana. A Encorel,a shfowcase of the state's creative and leaders at local, regional and museum on trails is also ;,ander and diverse cultural venues. A Millennium statewide levels throughout Alaska, consideration. Expo will feature interactive displays and confronting herd challenges,such as how exhibits by leading corporations and to bring the opportunities of the new community organizations. Finally Festival econ. zp l as' # t€ve 20W will open the streets of the city for a vi€€a tom; e grand New Year's celebration. wisd' a e ideal p Alasd , wr itfNaperville residents are planning Celebration 2000, a celebration of "Rockford 2000 — A tapestry of community and life. More than 15o Possibilities' is a year-€ong celebration people in the comrmun.-ty are involved focusing on Rockford's passage into the in the development and x 4 y r millennium, highlighting the city's The City of� o � aP e a history and heritage while exploring the protect, which will include a chy-wide Millennium Co attee a �els i ecumenical prayer breakfast and a sa J possibilities of the future. Plans include " that pay tr1butt i��1 rt sto"', First Night New Year's Eve festivities in theatrical performance entitled One celebrate the new cern , ni��iista�n tzgg and 2t?0, a special ce# branon Community, One World," marking a r `' housand ears of dance, music and the future. Richrnon` ��#��z1` de honouring Rockford's` volunteers,and the y opportunities for local fa itlaes��e�a�d effort under way by the "Friends of famous individuals. As �� permanent their histories, highlight theiteysicCoronado' to raise $14 million to commemorative,a millennium labyrinth the Riveter" Park — recogn;zfg the renovate the community theater, and wall are being installed in the contributions of women tovaridar If town's Riverwalk amphitheater, shipyards -- and work with schools to enhance educational opportunities for Richmond's children. ,, Kansas Ciys!rnillen t ni +ear plan is to focus on its lStlth balk day celebration, Called KC150, tyre year-.14 hg, in the closing weeks of 0�9,041€i )MIf inetropolitan.-Wde �{e�r�tils tit ' _ e celebrate thetum of tyre.century rata s to corr�r�ter San Diego wall host a year-long programa presenting 'The Turn: America at the celibta€e the of community activities to celebrate the millennium," a five-week extravaganza conternplate fomo,"thol, _5-'.oalleh��a new millennium,culminating in a grand commemorating human triumphs and and create a living le' f0f leadet�ht series of events in Balboa Park, site of potential. Headquartered at historic Fair Already; numerous ,Andrvrdilal the 1915 Pan-A.msencan Exposition, the Park near downtown Dallas, The Turn organizations have tad��tleVa 1935 California Pacific international will feature hundreds of attractions, comrnitm6 ''ta hi n� trerlg e� '` Exposition and home to the world- including videotape retrospectives of their comrnunilty, from pros tt famous San Diego Zoo. Proceeds will American culture, a Virtual National "Afro-Centric Living History .Ting. a ,tolley benefit the Balboa Park Millennium Town Square, breathtaking views of Tour" to creating new gardens and. Endowment,established to fund annual Earth as seen from space and fountains to improving three park-wide education, community and opportunities for visitors to participate playgrounds to better accommodate promotional outreach programs. in a video time capsu€e, physically disabled children. M � r 22 MEL!.ENNFUM COMMON; rias HANDROO C i JLG "Chicago: For the Time of Your rife" is In cooperation with the Vermont based Westport,population 25,000, is showing the theme of the City's three-year institute for Sustainable Communities, how a small town can make big plans millennium celebration. The vast array of the City of Burlington is putting together for the millennium. Among the activities programs being developed include a grant application to develop a long under way are a Community Gift Project Millennium, a year-long series of term plan to ensure Burlington's Catalogue that will list items needed by exhibits, performances, lectures and environment,democracy and way of life the town that people can donate, } children's activities examining issues that are sustained into the future. restoring the Revolutionary War era have shaped our world and will Compo Beach cannons, digitizing the determine our future; a 2,000-Minute town's archives and preserving and Party beginning New Year's Eve 1999; cataloging art in town buildings. and a collective millennium scrapbook to , - be archived at the Chicago Public Library, McKeesport's Mayor has organized a made up of photographs, stories and Millennium Committee to develop the audio and video tapes from Chicago town's projects and events. Among residents describing their communities. plans under consideration are a Community Clock to symbolize time past and time future, a reunion of all McKeesport High School classes during the 1900's and a special-,publication Little Rock's Millennium Commission, recounting the area's past and ' ' T", 17m- appointed `appointed by the Mayor, is made up of projecting ideas for its futu_ in Boston, a board of civic leaders representatives from the business, assembled by Boston's Mayor, issued a education and private citizen sectors, _"Call for Creativity" inviting the citizens neighborhood and community ' of Boston to submit ideas for protects organizations and faith communities. g t _ and events to mark the year 2000. t=ight Under the overall theme of 'Reflect, sr s different working groups involving more The Allentown M1 tum ear 2000 Imagine, Celebrate," the Commission is than 500 community leaders reviewed h Committee spons cf� ontest to considering such projects as u these proposals and made establishing a monument to symbolize create a tAdsf e the city s recommendations to the Board. Boston Little Rock's history, reconstructing the local celebrations. Ads for the contest rani 2000 is committed to address a number original Ci Hall dome, exhibiting the local papers to promote greater public of vital community g City g issues as it selects work of`local artists and developing and awareness and support for millennium and promotes millennial projects, educational program to enhance the activities. T'ne final theme chosen is p g including celebrating diversity, involving Embrace Our Heritage -� Envision Our public school curriculum. " the youth and elderly, involving the Future. Among planned events is a neighborhoods and advancing the special millennium 'contest in which a g g college scholarship Will be awarded to a reputation of Boston as a place to live young woman from the area. and do business. The City of Orlando is celebrating the new millennium under the banner i "Horizon 20013:" Planned projects will leave a legacy for the community, Pinellas County's Millennium Advisory including a continuing campaign for the Board has invited community establishment of a light rail organizations to submit programs for ill ,ICklk transportation system, deve{osrnent of inclusion in millennium celebrations. in Among its activities, Ocean County will plans for a downtown performing arts addition,the Board is pursuing a variety publish a history of the county, "Ocean center, the unveiling of a new of original programs and events County: Four Centuries in the Making," Millennium Park, and distribution of including Scrapbook 2000 which will be presented to the public art pieces throughout the city's comms morating Pinellas organizations community at a special ceremony on ,gam neighborhoods. One of the biggest and people in the year 2000, a Sports February 15,20(30,to mark he county s 4 projects under way is a television special and Ethics forum, a Millennium Park sesquicentennial and the new on Orlando's neighborhoods. in with a time capsule, art and millennium. The county also is plarining addition, the City is commissioning photography competitions, a school a time capsule, parades, outdoor photographs of each of its millennium essay contest with $2000 concerts and folklore festivals,as well as neighborhoods for publication in a book, scholarships, Community Service Day publishing a children's coloring book and oral histories told by neighborhood and a documentary film to record an that will highlight places and events of residents and community leaders. oral history of Pinellas County. historic significance to the area. WHvr$ Housr: :E.LFNh tUM C C3UNCiI. 2 _..._.__.__.._.................................................................. .............................................................................................................................................................................................. _........... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .......... ......... ......._..... ......... ......... ......... _. ......... ......... ......... ......... ................_...... _............ _.. _............................ ......_..... ......... ......... _......... w + t ' ..,,C'..x Li OF '$. .{:i. ky, '.Yr.^ ,:..4 ..,� 'i.. CONTACT your state and local government officials, such as the governor, mayor, city planner, tribal leader and county council members. They will apply on behalf of your community for designation as a White House Millennium Community. Their offices are good places to get information about local millennium projects and activities. In some instances the offices already may be involved in a planning process with the community. -:i >4:. ESTABLISH a Millennium Committee and r h �= working group to plan the specific steps xi. necessary to get the job done. The committee rfeeds to determine its mission, establish goals, draft a budget and develop a work plan. Knowing what you want to achieve is key to your success. l 4 CREATE a theme. For example, the national theme set by the White House Millennium i - Council is"Honor the Fast- Imagine the Future i f x t y REACH OUT to as many different groups and individuals as possible. Effective networking means making full use of the resources of those who share a commitment to the future growth of the community. IDENTIFY individuals and organizations in your community who may be interested in participating in a millennium committeeor projects. Who are the activists in your area? Who are the people who can be counted on to get a job done, or as one elected official said, "who are the spark plugs?" Please refer to the accompanying listing of"Partnership Opportunities MILLENNIUM COMMUNYT?ES HANDBOOK � t �'.�," s � ��>'�ti s•�'��4v f..'i:y` x�F�,.; � < < x��' r�}to g alk"Yvf�� f��{+''��G 4'E r�t� 7t F r`} ��f ,.� � 2-. 2s �y{',✓d �' b �a�-•` ` ARRANGE a meeting of representatives to discuss what you want to do in your community. A small group meeting initially may be helpful in getting the first phase of the process off to a good start. R EXPAND the coalition by asking the people who attended the first meeting to each recruit 0 one additional representative to join the effort. SEEM a public-private partnership to fund various projects and events. Local businesses and foundations often view sponsorship and contributions to significant community activities as both an expression of civic <, Stevie'tJonder helps Nlrs. Clanton promote responsibility as well as an important Save Axnerica'sTreasures atthe Los AngelesTheater. investment in the community's future. K The White House Millennium Council does not have grant making authority and therefore is not a source for funding. However, there are many federal and state ASS your local government officio€s to pass a agencies which fund community projects, and you should resolution acknowledging and supporting the refer to the federal agency which has jurisdiction for the community's millennium efforts, area of your project. See recommended websites in the Reference Guide Section of this handbook. UPDATE your government officials and local affiliates of national organizations or what is PROMOTE your activities. Reach out to being planned in your community so they can newspapers and radio and television stations, to snare the information with their national inform them of your plans. Ask government associations. Many national associations will be officials and members of the committee to serve posting the millennium efforts of communities as spokespersons for the community's across the country on their web pages and writing ` millennium efforts. Speak at town meetings and about them in their publications. meetings of community organizations. Have your designated spokespersons arrange to give talks to these groups to solicit ideas and involve them in CHRONICLE your efforts to save for future the project. generations. COMPILE a community calendar of events and plans. Ask local newspapers and CELEBRATE and enjoy the good work businesses to distribute it free to all citizens, you and your community are doing. Use this Put the calendar, and frequent updates, on as an opportunity to bring your community your community website. closer together W}iirE HOOSE MILLENNIUM COUNCSL 2` .................................................. ........................................................................................................................................................................................ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ............ ..._.... ......._.. .......... ..... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ..... _. ........... ....... ...._........_._...... ..._ There are many websites that will provide useful information and 'ideas for your Publicity and Press efforts. Following are a few examples: National Endowment for the Humanities http://www.neh.gov Publicizing activities and projects is a vital part of`reacbing out and expanding your millennium efforts to include the wbole National T'mst for Historic Preservation communis The media can be your best ally in getting the http://www.nationaltrust.org word out aboutyour activities. .involve them! Herita a Preservation http-7)/&vwx&,�heritagepreservation.org NO-' Develop a media strategy. Consider all the opportunities for press.The announcement of the community's millennium resolution is a National Park Foundation wonderful opportunity for publicity. The sponsor of the resolution- http://www.nationalparks.org governor, mayor, county council - can help you create the media event. Even your corrrmMee meetings can be newsworthy and an excellent State Historic Preservation Office opportunity to keep the public updated ;about your activities and http://www,sso.org/ncshpo planned events and projects. Create a media list of the appropriate contact person for local daily and State Archives weekly newspapers, television and radio http://vvvvvv.yahoo.com/Arts/Humanities The announcement outlets. University-based media can be /U-5-History/Archives/State-Archives/ of the commun.ity's helpful, Local community access networks are important channels for State Arts or Humanities Councils millennium resolution is getting the word out about your http://mkv.yahoo.com/Govemment/L�® Gov mment/ envies/Independent/ a wonderful opportunity activities. local bulletin boards should be used and marry ;oval /State-Affiliates NatienaLEndov�ent-for the Humanities forpublicity rnerc�han will be willing,if asked,to place posters in their store Windows. Be as inclusive as A reference to federally published possible and use all redia you can access. documents issue press releases. These one page (tvw at the roost) documents htt ://www.access.gpo.gov should be short,concise and include the 5W's(Who,What,Where,When andWhy) for the event and rust have the date of your release, contact A legal document reference name and telephone number clearly visible at the top of the first page. http://thomas.loc.gov (See Reference Guide for sample press release). List your events on the community calendars of local media outlets and A Unk to federal a erodes in the newsletters of local groups. This is a key way to get your neves to http://www.fey,world.gov,ocld.gov a wider audience. Arrange appearances on local radio and television talk shows to discuss A link to#ate and localrt ments your plans for the core munity. Use these interviews early in the planning http-//www.yahoo.c=/Government ' /States process to invite the public to your committee meetings. Photograph events including your planning meetings. Local press is A link to foreign embassies more likely to report on an event if they have easy access to http://www.embassy.org photographs. Sometimes,a single photograph with a caption is enough to attract the public's attention. Save all your press clippings and use thea to keep promoting your work. 26 MILLENNIUM Commu NiTiFs HANDBOOK r opportunities ,t rship Govern rnent/Plannin and Development Bodies A offices of the governor, ;payor and county executives Native Arnerican reservations and villages Urban planners Tourism offices Neighborhood councils i Parks and recreational departments .,x State Historic Preservation Officers z' Cultural Organizations State and local arts agencies 7. Humanities councils Museums and performing arts groups Historical/preservation societies Architectural associations Libraries and reading groups Educational/Youth Groups PTA's Local school boards Universities and colleges, faculty groups, alumni organizations Conclusion Student,teacher and alumni associations Public libraries We hope that this handbook will inspire and motivate citizens YMCA,YWCA,YMHA,Scouts, and their communities to commemorate the new millennium. 4-H Clubs, Boys and Girls Clubs,ASPIRA, More than a mere change in the calendar, the millennium is Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics (LEAP) a milestone in the history of our nation and the world. Let us Civic and Chamber of philanthropic organizations use this time to our advantage. Marked with a spirit of s institutions reflection and renewal, the millennium can serve as an Foundations ons opportunity to preserve our communities` heritage, and can Service organizations (NAACP,Jaycees, LULAC, challenge us to build a stronger future. Kiwanis, Lions,Japanese American Citizens League, NAFEA,The Organization of Chinese Americans, You. have read about some of the events and programs that the Rotar)4 Junior League,The national Urban League, Grange,The national GI Forum) White House Millennium Council is encouraging to Fraternal Organizations (Elks, Moose, Masons) commemorate this historic time; Any truly national celebration, however, requires the interest and participation of a broad and Advo,cavy Organizations diverse group of citizens.Your involvement will reflect the unique Local environmental protection organizations character of your local community, and will add an essential Citizen groups devoted tothe component to the American and global celebrations to welcome creation/enhancement of;recreational areas the new millennium. Senior citizen organizatici s Health and hospital associations The millennium will arrive before we know it. Now is the time to Physical fitness groups plan, to act together for our common good. Let us greet the future enriched with the memory of our collective past and business Groups strengthened by a shared commitment to a positive future for These will vary with local communities, such as merchant associations, ourselves and our children. specific wholesale and resale businesses, manufacturers,service providers, professional associations,chambers of commerce, convention and visitors bureaus W;af'rF HOUSE MILLFNN.UM C0UNCFL 27 _.......................... .. .................................................................................................................................................. _ __. ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .......... .. _ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ............ .......... ......... ... _ _ _. ......... ......... ......... ........ ........ _ _ _ _ .............._...._.... ........ _ �at��.. Yr Y�� : a 4�� gyp, ? � { ,, ii ..}�*�F n t+�rr• F Example of a resolution- New Castle County, Delaware. . . . . . . ... .. 29 Examples of.r6606 ,�tetgrr.... U nd goals. z it t� dl� is art41-1 I zrzre ; . f t t Example f press re[ea�se s� s3� G i, YbW F , - ♦45 S Y�Y 9 t TS Exampe # ir� irtcle. 'er q r �r rda l a n as r st e 1e r r q`y1+s«/•j's,i�/�J:�^q�'j 6 nJR^/4 0#MA�99S:Y +.Y4ek,,.�}VSf- �3r�� t,,�, �y+y� t r• +'..9tt (y 1 F {l r ,"✓ d gyytXtT't+XkiJA,l :J �r Yh ,� {r�Ssn,'r.F..: {F: SFyydSFt is .g�r5 � :.. .. Y {..::.. ........ Yt :..LS.} ...t ah '.'>.^M4w{....:.,. Hik ,.,ct r1`f�. .. ?{ a TS ? a r ��.. +h ..; ar y.;t , kt r= `�"a- xi r t ..ky h F. <•-. z�S f '� > �, .f yf5' mk f} '� Y . --------------------- MR v i S X r/ >t r Kf i4 v" rrf r d 9'..y $ W. :: t `6Y.. y .. :: t• i- � r� r .,rn._�b, s-..,.<.,_ ,... ..'�" -Y..x.�., +tbG{i ..� .w ✓^.�.z ,pis '� �, Example of a County Resolution 1 ¢ Introduced by; Date Resolution No.: TO ESTABLISH A NEW CASTLE COUNTY MILLENNIUM COMMISSION TO RECOMMEND INITIATIVES FOR CELEBRATING THE COUNTRY'S RICK HISTORY AND EYE TO THE FUTURE IN TIDE YEAR 2000 IN CONJUNCTION WITH CELEBRATIONS BY STATE AND NATION WHEREAS, the millennium presents a unique opportunity for the nation, states, counties, cities and villages to celebrate their history and to proactively plan to better serve their respective citizens in the year 2000 and beyond; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate at the dawn of a new century to celebrate the achievements and growth of New Castle County and its citizens; and WHEREAS, a blue ribbon task force of citizens from throughout this county would bring new ideas and different perspectives to a proactive plan for an appropriate celebration for the millennium. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the County Council in and for New Castle County that there hereby is created a New Castle County Millennium Commission consisting of Il members who shall serve without compensation and whose duties will be to; recommend and assist in launching upon acceptance of said recommendations celebrations by New Castle County for the millennium; and ideas for service in 2000 and beyond. New Castle County Council,with the advice and consent of the County Executive,will `s appoint 10 members to the task force-one from each council district and four from civic umbrella groups. The County Executive, with the advice and consent of Council, shall appoint one member. The } chairperson shall be elected from among the task force members. Terms will be from the time of appointment to December 31, 2000, prior to which a full report shall be presented to time Council and the Executive. Meetings will be quarterly at the call of the chair. All meetings will be open to time public. } Wi-d{TE HOUSE M1L`.,EN N I UM C.OUNOi1, ................................................................................... ..... . . .. ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ _. ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... .............._......... ............._........ ...... _ _ _. ......... ......... ......... ......... ........................ _ _ _........... ......... _ ,k •,,} ' Y'k ty, t Yr< i is.:' �`X � z W ' 4 a tFi } s; ; 2yT.a s 1 '•`rpt '�, t +� x { r F Examples o Mission Statements and Goals Rapid City, South Oakota Mission: Together we remember the past, celebrate the present, envision the future. Goal 1. Remember the Past 0BJEC`€' IV S t. Create a community awareness of Mack bills area history including historic districts, sites, buildings, collections, artifacts, and oral, written and audio data. 2. Create opportunities for preservation of area history including historic districts, sites, buildings, collections, artifacts, and oral,written, visual and audio data. Gaal It: Celebrate the Present 0B11ECT i VES I. Building community awareness and pride in educational, cultural, social and economic resources. 2. Recognize and appreciate community cultural diver ty. 3. Preserve a record of present, contemporary life for posterity. Goal 1ti; Envision the Future 0 B J E C T I V E S 1. Examine opportunities for change. 2. Select and prepare for those millennium opportunities. Kamas Cid Missouri Mission: Kansas City's millennium year plan is to focus on its sesquicentennial(150th anniversary), called KC 150, the year-long, metropolitan-wide effort is to Inspire citizens of Greater Kansas City and all the surrounding communities to: Commemorate our rich area history Celebrate our extraordinary quality of fife Contemplate the challenges of tomorrow Create a vibrant, living legacy of leadership Celebration planning will be an opportunity to build new bridges and mend sold fences - geographically, economically, racially, generationally. Every segment and sector is invited to join in the planning process, and everyone is encouraged to make new commitments to meet civic needs. The result will be a community of prouder-than}-ever citizens, more knowledgeable about their history and more enthusiastic about their future. 30 MILLENNIUM COMMUNITIES HANDBC30K _.-- � t zkh> "�.x^,� k�^ .:, _.. � � �.t�c+i`-^ ti}�h? � � ��-1' y��¢ �..�`�'",�gF,€�i�-i• �"h`��'t�.'„�, .s�`.�,�i .,%.'��'�"` >+rw�; � r#•� � .. s .�'n�a'. P#, 1 x � i Y # .sa "�'r yrs "'�,��ti t„ .?, �;: MOM � { tl } I * i s 9Y F®.t Wayne, Indiana Mission: The Celebrate 2000 Committee will design, implement, and coordinate community efforts to honor the conclusion of a century and the birth of a new .millennium. These efforts will strive to appreciate the common heritage and build on our shared values and cooperative spirit. By evaluating where we have been, where we are, and where we hope to go, the Celebrate 2000 Committee will guide our community in honoring the past and shaping the future. Goals: 1.To honor the rich past of our community through history and preservation. 2.To celebrate the unity and accomplishments of our community. 3.To initiate and help implement programs that will enrich the lives of our citizens in the 21 st century. 4.To leave lasting legacies for future generations through environmental beautification and other projects. 5.To coordinate the efforts of diverse community groups that are participating in millennium commemorations and celebrations. W,=oI'6Y HOU5f. 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Mayor Merino said, "Boston is a city with everything: strong economy, falling crime rate and<ising confidence in the I future of downtown and the neighborhoods. I see the turn of the millennium two years f,or: now as a moment of opportunity to launch efforts that will improve Boston's quality of life in the list century." Possible projects range from finding the best use of Boston's Hlarbor Islands to finding ways to enrich the education of children. Boston 2000 Chair John Drew said plans will try to capture the civic pride symbolized by an inscription atop the Boston Ptiblic i ibrary: "Founded through the munificence and public spirit of the citizens." Drew added, "Tf Bostonians respond to this Cali to creativity as we believe they will, Boston is going to see exciting things-happen in the year 2000." tJn til March i, the public is invited to submit proposals to Boston 2000 fcr projects in: Advanced Technologies Arts and Culture Cortununity Building Education * Financial Services and Regional Economic Competitiveness * Health Care and Biotechnology History,Tourism,Sports, and Recreation s Waterfront and Harbor Working groups for each subject area, chaired by local leaders including former Harvard President .Derek Bok and Boston College Chancellor J. Donald Inion an; S.J., will guide public forums in April and May to gauge support for the most creative proposals. At the end of june, Boston 2000 will seek finding and organizational support to i plement the projects. Proposal forms can be obtained by caping Boston 2000 at( 17)635-3342 ext 4u51, or by downloading from the website at www.boston2000.org. 32 MILLENNIUM C:o int M U N 1 t S f A N DB 0 0 K r t e7 r .+; '*."'ix".�, '..?✓y ".,��.�s{X. >c ° '',,*.i' y "u % �''�n a �xi C b {+✓Sh � �� ,�La t 4 3' ,s,`�" X�>e� $�s�Y �� , ..v r s{ i S: �a�� Tr s E ',5` ��,:S'# 'a . �.r .$'`�-3�'' E 3,r r�,. .� ^s�� /. �Y a:+"�'��Z.��'�ti '� ,�� r•� a i. s �.�. .+ ...yt,7,. '!-; :. � .- Vis= .�ais.saa`�a �� ':•s� ,.: ,,., :.,. -.. -vi��f�.... �di}:Sn.1. Example of an Article Central Adirondack Communities Look Forward to the Future by Ken Sprague from _he C=entral Adirondack Association Guide "Where there is no vision the people will Communities 2000 0£ the Central She is facilitating brainstori ing session: perish,"is an ancient proverb which is taking Adirondacks is a citizens-based visioning with groups representing all aspects of th( on neater significance, from the micro level program comprising three maj.or phases: :)a communities — students, seniors, busines to .e macro as the new century approaches. series of brainstorming sessions; 2)a series of groups, organizations, etc. — and makin€ Where will I be New Year's Eve for the dawn prioritizing sessions; and 3) a "Vision Pair" records of how individuals in these group: of a new millennium? Will my computer where residents actually vote on a large list of visualize their communities. What is make the change-over?Will their computers goals and ideas.A resulting report,outlining interesting is the images and objectives tha make the change-over?What will my my life a comprehensive Master Pian for the nzture emerge as being common to individuals is be in the year 2000? My home? My of these local communities, will then be all these groups. community? My state? My country? My submitted to local governing bodies, Here are some examples of top commonly i world?My universe? residents and organizations before the shared priorities which will be voted on is Fortunately,not all o£these questions require program begins theask of assisting to_locate the next phase to be part of a master plan: answers before December 31, 1999. resources to meet and implement goals. Unfortunately, some may say, the answer to A year ago sever4l local: boards and ° Increase the number of gas stations. j others of these questions is that very little will individuals felt it was time to initiate such a ° Improve access for the handicapped, change simply because it's 2000. program.There were new opportunities and ° Expand arts and cultural oppertunitie: Yet it is good news that there is a significant potential for growth with the expansion of and facilities. number of people in the Central the Adirondack Scenic Railroad, Herkimer Adirondacks— al time residents and part County Community College's new Distance ° Expand tourism promotion arc sir ens — who are thinking a little beyond Learning Center in Old Forge, Internet marketing strategies. service expansion and complex discussions whether to go out or stay i.,on hat ominous ° Have more community gardens. and propitious date. about a new or an extensively renovated ry Town of Webb School. Based on the ° initiate additional efforts to imprcv( Like many communities all over the country, community response at an initial meeting, quality of life, addressing concerns or al which view the turn of the century as a the program continued through sponsorship residents (youth, seniors, etc.). market to examine, reevaluate and perhaps by Herkimer County Community College strive to improve community k life as we zcw (HCCC) and a grant from the Community Implement pedestrian friendly policies t< it, the people of Thendara, Old Forge, Big Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida benefit residents and tourists. Moose, Eagle Bay, Inlet and Raquette Lake Counties. But the content, direction and are doingit with a model approach. Other goals are emerging and gaining ppr longevity of Commur:it:es interest which relate to zo::ing issues 2000 are decided only by affordable housing, enhancing v;Lag( participants, the residents E appearance, local public transportation Ij I� of these comrnuntties. improved health care and adding new touris 1 Lani Ulrich of Old Fore attractions and performing arts facilities. heads ?-ICCC`s Old Forge Education Center and is the coordinator for Ken Sprague is Director of Development fo Communities 20€34. She the Adirondack North Country Association. -V said, he strong Columnist for T re Adirondack Excres volunteer ethic makes newspaper and a feliaw of St.Peter's Colege things happen in this Oxford University. area, and therefore this is the perfect home for this program". 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''{ v!ub��.Y� �, �'f�-h"{�:., � ,�' �Y` fi'.� >2, >Lr�.�^w.�,� ✓f ,55 �! .-.�x �w u �" ��' �`�s...r.;.,� ,:sew.•:., � ,�-.'.`t) �x Executive Order --- T"E HOUSE MILLENNIUM COUNCIL ley the authority vested in me as president by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in r order to announce the formation of a Council to recognize national and local Projects that commemorate the mi:.ennium, it is hereby ordered as follows; Section 1. Policy. The White House, the Department of Education, and a'1 executive branch agencies shall lead the country in a national and educational celebration of our culture, democracy, and citizenry, The Federal Gover n_:�ent has a special responsibility to inspire the American people to reflect upon and commemorate the achievements of this country's past and to celebrate the possibd;-Lies of the future. T o carry forward this country's great democratic tradition and enrich the lives of our children and the children_ of the 21st century, the Federal Government shall encourage Arnericans to make plans to mark the new millennium in communities across America. ?y leading this country in a grand educational celebration of the past and future, the -Federal Government has an unprecedented opportunity to energize and unite the Nation with4 renewed sense of optimism in the accomplishments and promise of America. Sec. 2. White House Millennium Council. (a) To enable the Ihite House, the Department of Education, and executive branch agencies to provide national leadership in this historic time, I hereby announce the formation of the White House Millennium Council. (b) The White House Mille nium Council shall be composed of a Director, Deputy Director, administrative staff, and a representative —"om each of the following: ' Department of State" (11) Department of �) p Transportation; {2) Department of the`treasury; (12) Department of Energy; ` P r' r (13) Department or`Educidon; (3; De ailment or Derense; � 5 (4) Department ofustice; (14) Department of Veterans Affairs; (j) Department of the Interior; {15) .Environmental Protection Agency (6) Department of Agriculture; (16) Office of Management and Budget; (7) Department of Commerce; (17) Small Business Administration; ,E) Department of Labor; (1$) United States In'rrxzation.Agency; and (9) Department of Health and Human Services; (!1 9) General Services Administration. (10) Department of Housing and Urban Development; 34 M22.L%iNNIUM COMMUN?TI S HAND-BOOK t `-- 4-*- ,;r y, j av"`"it' S. ', - Y✓.�.`} fi'„"4 " : .� t a' `s-' yr-r'na.=;;+, yXMEW- xg, '��s -, y-..pf ..< "Ydk✓ �'r« £�`o,,,. }z'r- "`"'�,4,, s.. ,`;�y ..` 's.. j.' .. °3 '«.ski ! rji;. Z 5 Y gy At the Director's discretion, the Director may request other agencies to be !-eJ)l'CSented oil the Council. (c) The mission of the Council is to lead the country in a celebration of the new millennium by initiating and recognising national and local projects that contribute in educational, creative, and productive ways to Americas commemoration of this historic tiEne. To these ends, the Council shall: ( ) Mark the 200t1h anniversary of the occupancy of the White House by American Presidents, the 200th anniversary of the establishment of the Federal capital city in Washington, D.C., and the 200th anniversary of the first meeting of the Congress in the Capitol,celebrating these events in the year 2000 as milestones in our democratic system ofgovernment; (2) Plan events to recognize the history and past accomplishments of America that reflect upon the present forces shaping society and that encourage thoughtful Manning for the future; (5) produce informational and resource materials to educate the American people concerning our Nation's past and to inspire thought concerning the future; (4) Encourage communities and citizens to initiate and to participate in local projects that inspire Americans to remember their past achievements, understand the present challenges to society, and make concrete contributions to the next generations of their families, communities, and country; i (5) Work wit:: Federal agencies, the Congress, elected officials, and all citizens to plan activities and programs that will Y unite the American people in contemplation and celebration of the next century and the new millennium; (6) Make recommendations to the Secretary of the Interior regarding the provision of assistance from Bunds made < available for Save America's Treasures in the Historic.APreservation Fund to public and private entities that are protecting Americas threatened cultural treasures. These treasures include significant documents,works of art, .maps, Y journals, and historic structures that document and illuminate the history and culture of the United.States; (7) Encourage Federal agencies to develop programs to commemorate and celebrate the new nadlennium in ways consistent with their individual agency missions and teat advance a more unified America in the 21st century; (8) Encourage Federal agencies, through focal branches and offices, to reach out into communities and inspire Citizens r to participate in grassroots activities and to give permanent gifts to the future; (9) Work in partnership with private-sector and nonprofit entities that initiate productive and worthwhile national and m Community-eased efforts t0 Commemorate the new E11en::Etlm and encourage citizen participation, VOlilnteerlsni, and philanthropy; (10) Highlight public and private millennium initiatives that promote the goals of the Council; and (.1) Cooperate wit- other :rations that are planning millennium events to expand the opportunities for international communication and understanding. Sec. 3. Administration. To the extent permitted by law, the heads of executive departments and agencies shall provide such information and assistance as may be necessary for the Council to carry out its functions. Sec, 4.Judicial Review. This order does not create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law by a party against the united States, its agencies, its officers, or any other person_. THE WHITE HOUSE, February 2, 1998. i W ea t r F H O LJ S a MILLENNIUM C O U N C?i. 3 .......................................... . ............................................................................................................................................................... __...... _....... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ........ ....._.. ......_... _. ......... ......... ......... ......... ........ ......... ........ ......... .......... _. ......... .. ........ ........ ......... ._........... ........... .....