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PROCLAMATION <br />DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH, 2019, AS <br />March for Meals Month <br />WHEREAS, on March 22, 1972, President Richard Nixon signed into law a measure that amended the Older <br />Americans Act of 1965 and established a national nutrition program for seniors 60 years of age and older; and <br />WHEREAS, Meals on Wheels America established the National March for Meals Campaign in March 2002 to <br />recognize the historic month, the importance of Older Americans Act Nutrition Programs, both congregate and <br />home -delivered, and raise awareness about the escalating problem of senior hunger in America; and <br />WHEREAS, the 2019 observance of the March for Meals campaign provides an opportunity to support Meals <br />on Wheels programs that deliver vital and critical services by donating, volunteering, and raising awareness <br />about senior hunger and isolation; and <br />WHEREAS, Older Americans Act Nutrition Programs, both congregate and home -delivered, in Florida have <br />served our communities admirably for more than 40 years; and <br />WHEREAS, volunteer drivers for Meals on Wheels programs in Florida are the backbone of the program, not <br />only delivering nutritious meals to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities, but with care, concern, <br />and attention to their welfare; and <br />WHEREAS, Meals on Wheels programs in Florida provide nutritious meals to seniors throughout the State <br />helping them maintain their health and independence, avoiding unnecessary hospitalizations and/or premature <br />institutionalization; and <br />WHEREAS, Meals on Wheels programs in Florida provide a powerful socialization opportunity for millions of <br />seniors to help combat loneliness and isolation. <br />NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, INDIAN <br />RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the month of March, 2019, be designated as March for Meals Month in Indian <br />River County, and the Board encourages all citizens to take time this month to honor our Meals on Wheels <br />programs, by the Senior Resource Association, the seniors they serve and the volunteers who care for them. <br />Our recognition of, and involvement in, the national 2019 March for Meals campaign can enrich our entire <br />community and help combat senior hunger and isolation in America. <br />Adopted this 5th day of March, 2019. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS <br />INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA <br />Bob Solari, Chairman <br />Susan Adams, Vice Chairman <br />Peter D. O'Bryan <br />Joseph E. Flescher <br />Tim Zorc <br />2 <br />