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 PROCLAMATION 5246—OCT. 3, 1984

98 STAT. 3641

As our country continues to grow and develop, we must remember our natural heritage and the need to provide future generations with opportunities to experience the excitement of a majestic eagle, a plummeting falcon, or the haunting call of an owl at night. The prosperity of this Nation rests upon both our material wealth and those values that enrich the quality of life. The preservation and propagation of our magnificent birds of prey will mean that these noble creatures will continue to awe and inspire generations of Americans yet unborn. To emphasize the efforts of the many Americans who share appreciation for birds of prey and the need for their continued welfare, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 230 approved July 3, 1984, has designated the week of October 7 through October 13, 1984, as "National Birds of Prey Conservation Week" and authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation for this observance. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of October 7 through October 13, 1984, as National Birds of Prey Conservation Week. I encourage all Americans to observe this week by participating in appropriate ceremonies and activities planned by government agencies, individuals, and private associations and institutions thoughout the country to promote the appreciation and conservation of birds of prey. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and ninth. RONALD REAGAN

Proclamation 5246 of October 3, 1984

National Neighborhood Housing Services Week, 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation America's neighborhoods, composed of individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, social, religious, and economic backgrounds, stand as a tribute ot our Nation's democratic traditions and beliefs. The preservation and improvement of the residential, commercial, and other facilities in neghborhoods throughout our country are essential to the strenght of America's families and businesses. These have been and will continue to be the goals of the Neighborhood Housing Services programs. Neighborhood Housing Services programs are partnerships of local residents, business leaders, and government officicals. They have generated over two billion dollars in reinvestment funds to revitalize and preserve our country's neighborhoods. The success of these programs depends largely on the spirits of cooperation and voluntarism that is a hallmark of American life. In recognition of those who have contributed their time, money, and energy to the preservation sof our neighborhoods, the Congress, by House Joint Resolution 566, has designated the week beginning October 7, 1984, as "National Neighborhood Housing Services Week" and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this week.

Ante, p. 296.

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