Senate Resolution 5

A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 8-14, 2002, AS INTERNATIONAL HOUSEKEEPERS WEEK.

WHEREAS, orderliness, cleanliness and a harmonious environment are prerequisites to the accomplishment of all economic, social and recreational objectives in both the public and private sectors of our society; and

WHEREAS, the attainment of these prerequisites are contingent on the availability of qualified and motivated personnel in a career field charged with the responsibility to provide these elements; and

WHEREAS, the Housekeepers constitute the source of labor and expertise for the Housekeeping Facility Services career field and over the years have significantly improved the effectiveness and efficiency of these activities by consistent and continuous implementation of professional management and training principles; and

WHEREAS, we are proud of the leadership and outstanding contributions of these dedicated men and women in their important activities:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby designate the week of September 8-14, 2002, as International Housekeepers Week throughout Mississippi in recognition of the dedicated commitment of the thousands of Housekeepers to the ideals which foster improved effectiveness, efficiency and harmony in all of our organized industrial, business, social, hospitality, recreational, institutional and facility settings.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be forwarded to appropriate officials with the International Executive Housekeepers Association, Inc., and be made available to the Capitol Press Corps.