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PROCIAMAIrolow <br />RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024 AS <br />CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH IN INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA <br />-Whereas, Cybersecurity Awareness Month was established in 2004 through a collaborative effort <br />between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance to ensure that <br />every American has the resources they need to stay safer and more secure online; and <br />^W`iereas, the rapid advancement of technology has greatly benefited our County, providing <br />countless opportunities for communication, business, and innovation; and with the increasing use of digital <br />tools and systems comes the ever-growing risk of cyber threats, including data breaches, identity theft, and <br />cyber -attacks, which can have serious and far-reaching consequences for individuals, organizations, and <br />communities; and <br />-Whereas, Cybersecurity awareness is essential to safeguarding sensitive information, protecting <br />privacy, and ensuring the security of the County's digital infrastructure; and a concerted effort is needed to <br />educate and empower all citizens, business, and government entities to take proactive steps toward <br />preventing cyber threats by implementing sound security practices and adopting modern cybersecurity <br />measures; and <br />-Whereas, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance have <br />designated October as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month to raise awareness about the importance of <br />cybersecurity for all individuals; and <br />-Whereas, by increasing awareness of cybersecurity practices, such as using secure authentication <br />methods, recognizing phishing scams, and securing networks, we can collectively reduce the risk of cyber <br />threats and promote a safe, more secure digital environment. <br />Now, 7 erefore, be it Proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Indian <br />River County, Florida. that the month of October 2024, be designated as "Cybersecurity Awareness <br />Month" in Indian River County and the Board encourages all citizens to take action in improving Cybersecurity <br />preparedness and resilience. <br />Adopted this 8th day of October 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 />