PROCLAMATION
RECOGNIZING THE
BENEFITS OF PARKS & RECREATION
WHEREAS, parks and recreation activities enhance the physical health and mental well-being of individuals, work forces, and communities; and
WHEREAS, participation in recreation programs builds self-esteem and provides positive and constructive alternatives to anti-social behavior; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation opportunities and open space enhance the desirability of communities as locations for business, industry and residential housing; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation stimulates tourism revenues and the economic development of communities; and
WHEREAS, parks and open space are vital to the appearance and livability of communities, protect our air and water, and balance our ecosystem; and
WHEREAS, it is the right of everyone regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin or ability to participate in parks and recreation programs and activities and enjoy parks and open space.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that all citizens of this community join with citizens of other communities throughout this great state in recognizing that parks and recreation services are essential to the quality of life not only in July during “July Is Parks and Recreation Month,” but all through the year as well.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this proclamation be spread upon the minutes of this meeting and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby directed to transmit a suitable copy thereof to Douglas A. Schachtner, Director of Parks, Recreation & Forestry.
Introduced and adopted this 5th day of July, 2006.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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Alderman, 1st District Alderman, 4th District
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Alderman, 2nd District Alderman, 5th District
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Alderman, 3rd District Alderman, 6th District