HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-034RESOLUTION NO. 2005-034
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN
RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSING
GOVERNOR BUSH'S PROPOSAL IN
SUPPORT OF EDUCATION IN FLORIDA.
WHEREAS, the 2002 Amendment to the Florida Constitution requiring a
reduction in class sizes in Florida public schools was a well -intended effort to
improve education throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, however, studies have consistently shown that the quality of
teaching, rather than class size, is the most important factor contributing to
individual student progress; and
WHEREAS, educational studies clearly demonstrate that students
experience significant residual effects of a quality teacher for at least two years
and that the experience of a quality teacher for two consecutive years provides a
long lasting positive impact on the learning experience; and
WHEREAS, Governor Bush proposes a revision offering flexibility in the
determination of class size, enabling School Districts to develop local strategies
that respond to community needs and comply with the intent of the Amendment;
and
WHEREAS, Governor Bush further recommends that funds saved due to
this revision be utilized to attract and reward teachers by the establishment of a
statewide starting salary;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of County
Commissioners of Indian River County, Florida strongly endorses Governor
Bush's proposal in support of education in Florida, and that a copy of this
Resolution be sent by the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners to the
Governor, Speaker of House, Senate President, Commissioner of Education, and
the Treasure Coast Legislative Delegation.
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-034
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Wheeler, and
the motion was seconded by Commissioner Bowden, and, upon being put to a
vote, the vote was as follows:
Thomas S. Lowther, Chairman Aye
Arthur R. Neuberger, Vice Chairman Aye
Wesley S. Davis Aye
Gary C. Wheeler Aye
Sandra L. Bowden Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted
this 15th day of March, 2005.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RI V R COUNTY, ORIDA
By
Thomas S. Lowther, Chairman
ATTEST: Jeffrey K. Barton, Clerk
By:
Deputy Clerk
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William G. Collins 11
County Attorney
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