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r <br />a <br />PROCLAMATION <br />MARCH FOR PARKS DAY <br />APRIL 20,1996 <br />WHEREAS, April 20, 1996 has been established as MARCH FOR PARKS DAY, and the purpose <br />of organizing MARCH FOR PARKS DAY was to plan a nationwide demonstration of public concern over <br />the perilous condition of the nation's parks and public spaces; and <br />WHEREAS, these events will not only raise awareness, but also necessary funds for park <br />improvement, protection, and education projects benefiting national, state, and local public parks; and <br />WHEREAS, those participating in MARCH FOR PARKS are demonstrating that they are committed <br />to protecting and revitalizing our national treasures for generations to come; and <br />WHEREAS, everyone must become familiar with the environmental consequences of their actions <br />and the impact it will have on future generations; and <br />WHEREAS, the Friends of St Sebastian River is sponsoring a MARCH FOR PARKS event on <br />April 20, 1996 which will take place on North Jungle Trail, and the funds raised will specifically benefit the <br />Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge and Donald McDonald Park, both in Indian River County, Florida; <br />and <br />WHEREAS, the MARCH FOR PARKS coincides with the 9:00 am dedication of Jungle Trail as <br />a historic road in Indian River County: <br />NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY <br />COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the day of April 20, 1996 be <br />designated as <br />MARCH FOR PARKS DAY <br />in Indian River County, and the Board calls upon the residents of this county to observe and participate in this <br />day, as well as the days ahead, with sensitivity and respect for the nation's precious parks and public spaces. <br />Adopted this 16th day of April, 1996. <br />BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS <br />INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA <br />Fran B. Adams, Chairman <br />APPROVAL OF AMSTUM <br />Chairman Adams asked if there were any corrections or <br />additions to the Minutes of the Special Meeting of March 21, 1996. <br />There were none. <br />ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by <br />Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously approved <br />the Minutes of the Special Meeting of 3/21/96, as <br />written. <br />APRIL 16, 1996 <br />L- <br />3 <br />BOOK ' 9 J ` p" tX G <br />