Minutes - July 13, 2015 Reg. Meeting

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BK -00027 PG: 0709 LEE COUNTY Committed Today for a Better Tomorrow PROCLAMATION TO PROCLAIM JULY AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH WHEREAS, parks, greenways, and open space provide a welcome respite from our fast -paced, high- tech lifestyles while protecting and preserving our natural environment; and, WHEREAS, parks, nature trails, open spaces, community and cultural centers, historic sites and playgrounds make a community an attractive and desirable place to live, work, play, and visit, and contribute to our economic vitality; and, WHEREAS, these facilities contribute to our efforts to improve the quality of life in North Carolina and in our community by preserving open space and promoting an appreciation of our state's natural resources; and, WHEREAS, parks, recreation activities and leisure experiences provide opportunities for young people to live, grow, and develop into contributing members of society; and, WHEREAS, parks and recreation agencies create lifelines and opportunities to continue life experiences for older members of our community; and, WHEREAS, parks and recreation agencies provide outlets for physical activities, socialization, and stress -reducing experiences, and contribute to a sense of community; and WHEREAS, parks and recreation agencies touch the lives of individuals, families, groups, and the entire community with positive impacts upon the social, economic, health and environmental quality of our community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lee County Board of Commissioners does hereby proclaim July as Parks and Recreation Month and encourages all citizens to celebrate by participating in their choice of pleasurable activities to find refreshment in their leisure. Adopted this the 13th day of July 2015. Amy M. l5alrymple, Chair ATTEST: Lee County Board of Commissioners -Gpy'qeNl M. Lee, Cler0o4he Board �i`' tt ♦y