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Proclamation <br />DESIGNATING MAY 18TH THROUGH MAY 24TH AS NATIONAL SAFE <br />BOATING WEEK IN INDIAN RIVER COUNTY <br />-Whereas, for millions of Americans, including those in Indian River County, boating continues to <br />be a popular recreational activity; and <br />Whereas, during National Safe Boating Week, the U.S. Coast Guard and its federal, state, and <br />local safe boating partners encourage all boaters to explore and enjoy America's beautiful waters safely <br />and responsibly; and <br />-Whereas, safe boating begins with preparation through basic Boating Safety Training, on <br />procedures and equipment, as well as outing planning and preparation; and <br />-Whereas, hundreds of people lose their life each year in boating -related accidents in the United <br />States and it is estimated that the vast majority of all boating -related accidents are caused solely by human <br />error or poor judgement and not by the boat, equipment, or environmental factors; and <br />-Whereas, a significant number of boaters whose lives were lost by drowning would still be alive <br />today if they had worn their life jackets. <br />Now, Therefore, be it Proclaimeddy the Boardof County Commissioners of-Tv&An <br />River County, Florida, do hereby proclaim the week of May 18th through May 24th, 2024 as <br />"NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK" with the renewal of a year-round effort to promote safe boating. We <br />urge all those who are on the water to attend a Safe Boating Class, practice safe boating habits, and to <br />wear a life jacket at all times while boating. <br />Adopted this 21St day of May, 2024. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS <br />INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA <br />Susan Adams, Chairman <br />Joseph E. Flescher, Vice Chairman <br />Joseph H. Earman <br />Deryl Loar <br />Laura Moss <br />