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vAl <br />PROCLAMATION <br />HONORING KENNETH J. HOLMES <br />WHEREAS, Indian River County celebrates African American Pioneers who, through their service in the <br />business, public, and elected arenas, have paved the way for this and future generations; and <br />WHEREAS, Kenneth J. ("Kenny") Holmes is an Indian River County native, born on October 24, 1973, <br />and a graduate of Vero Beach High School, where he played basketball, baseball, and football, and was <br />recognized as one of Vero's finest all-time athletes with the retirement of his football jersey; and <br />WHEREAS, Kenny has always prioritized education, earning a scholarship to the University of Miami, <br />where he graduated with a Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree and a minor in Sociology while again excelling as a <br />student -athlete, and subsequently attaining a Master of Science in Special Education from New Mexico State <br />University and Business Certification from the Harvard Business School; and <br />WHEREAS, Kenny reached the pinnacle of athletic success as a decorated player in the National <br />Football League over seven seasons, notably being chosen by his peers for the Ed Block Courage Award, <br />honoring those players who exemplify sportsmanship and professionalism while serving as an Ambassador of <br />Courage for victims of abuse, violence and neglect; and <br />WHEREAS, Kenny began his work of molding young men by returning to Vero Beach High as a coach <br />and then advancing into the college ranks, most recently at Florida International University; and <br />WHEREAS, Kenny greatly contributes to his community as a Board Member on a plethora of local <br />agencies, including the Gifford Youth Achievement Center, Indian River Charter High School, 3 Keys <br />Foundation, Victory Kids, D -Five Alive, Gifford Historical Museum & Cultural Center, and the Highwaymen <br />Museum. <br />NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN <br />RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that the pioneer spirit and civic contributions of Kenny Holmes have greatly <br />enriched Indian River County and the Treasure Coast, and that the Board extends its sincere thanks for his <br />outstanding efforts. <br />Adopted this 1St day of February, 2022. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, <br />INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA <br />Peter D. O'Bryan, Chairman <br />Joseph H. Earman, Vice Chairman <br />Susan Adams <br />Joseph E. Flescher <br />Laura Moss <br />2 <br />