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<br />PROCLAMATION
<br />DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF JULY, 2019, AS
<br />PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH
<br />WHEREAS, Parks and Recreation Month was established in 1985 and celebrates its 34th year state and nationwide;
<br />and
<br />WHEREAS, passive and active recreation in Indian River County significantly enhances the quality of life for its
<br />residents and visitors; and
<br />WHEREAS, active recreation builds teamwork, self-esteem, comradery, life -skills, and contributes to a healthy mind,
<br />body, and spirit; and
<br />WHEREAS, passive recreation nourishes a love of the outdoors, provides an appreciation of the natural environment,
<br />and contributes to a healthy community and economy; and
<br />WHEREAS, county parks and conservation areas preserve the ecological beauty of our community, improve water
<br />quality, protect groundwater, prevent flooding, improve air quality, are aesthetically pleasing, and provide open green
<br />space for people, and valuable habitat for wildlife; and
<br />WHEREAS, Indian River County is fortunate to have many beautiful parks, playgrounds, ball fields, golf courses,
<br />swimming facilities, nature trails, beaches, and open spaces which make our community a more attractive and desirable
<br />place to live, work, and play; as well as contributing to our ongoing economic vitality through increased property values,
<br />increased tourism, attraction of visitors, and recreational events; and
<br />WHEREAS, Indian River County Recreation Department provides a variety of recreation programs including water
<br />safety, swimming lessons, baseball, softball, football, cheerleading, summer camps, and special events; and
<br />WHEREAS, parks and recreation agencies, as a whole, touch the lives of individuals, families, groups, and the
<br />community, creating a positive impact through connecting people, protecting the environment, reducing crime, and
<br />providing healthy recreational activities.
<br />NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER
<br />COUNTY, FLORIDA, that the Board designates July as PARKS and RECREATION MONTH, and encourages all citizens
<br />to celebrate by participating in the diverse activities offered through the many facilities and places provided to the
<br />residents and visitors by way of the Indian River County Recreation Department, Indian River County Shooting Range,
<br />Sandridge Golf Course, Gifford Aquatic Center, North County Aquatic Center and any of the Indian River County Parks
<br />and Conservation Areas open to the public.
<br />Adopted this the 2nd day of July, 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
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