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PROCLAMATION 5D <br /> DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MARCH 19 THROUGH 25, 2017, AS <br /> NATIONAL SURVEYORS WEEK <br /> WHEREAS, land surveyors are counted among the founding leaders of our county and were <br /> instrumental in the formation of the layout of property boundaries in the United States, providing our <br /> citizens the opportunity to enjoy the American dream of property ownership; and, <br /> WHEREAS, United States Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and <br /> Abraham Lincoln all served as surveyors, contributing to the historical mapping of America in its early <br /> years; and, <br /> WHEREAS, the surveying profession requires special education, training, the knowledge of <br /> mathematics, the related physical and applied sciences, and requirements of law for evidence; and, <br /> WHEREAS, surveyors are uniquely qualified and licensed to determine and describe land and water <br /> boundaries for the management of natural resources and protection of private and public property <br /> rights; and, <br /> WHEREAS, the continual advancements in instrumentation have required the surveyor to not only be <br /> able to understand and implement the methods of the past, but also to learn and employ modern <br /> technology in finding solutions to meet the challenges of time; and, <br /> WHEREAS, the citizens of Indian River County recognize the valuable contributions of the surveying <br /> profession to history, development, and quality of life throughout our country, and make important <br /> decisions based on the knowledge and expertise of licensed surveyors and mappers. <br /> NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, <br /> INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the week of March 19 through 25, 2017, be designated as <br /> "NATIONAL SURVEYORS WEEK" in Indian River County, and the Board encourages all citizens to <br /> recognize the many contributions and the ongoing dedication of surveyors to our community and <br /> throughout the United States. <br /> Adopted this 21st day of March, 2017. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS <br /> INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA <br /> Jo h E. Flescher, Chairman <br /> y`� G Peter D. O'Bryan, Vi C a' an <br /> � � S <br /> l * usa Adams <br /> Bob Sola " <br /> 2� <br /> Tim Zo <br /> P4 <br />