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o? 013 - C;;". <br />LEE COUNTY <br />Comm) tied Today for a Better Tomorrow <br />PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING <br />JULY AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH <br />Whereas, parks, greenways, and open space provide a welcome respite from our fast - paced, high -tech <br />lifestyles while protecting and preserving our natural environment; and, <br />Whereas, parks, nature trails, open spaces, community and cultural centers, historic sites and <br />playgrounds make a community an attractive and desirable place to live, work, play, and visit, and <br />contribute to our economic vitality; and, <br />Whereas, these facilities contribute to our efforts to improve the quality of life in North Carolina and in <br />our community by preserving open space and promoting an appreciation of our state's natural <br />resources; and, <br />Whereas, parks, recreation activities and leisure experiences provide opportunities for young people to <br />live, grow, and develop into contributing members of society; and, <br />Whereas, parks and recreation create lifelines and opportunities to continue life experiences for older <br />members of our community; and, <br />Whereas, parks and recreation agencies provide outlets for physical activities, socialization, and <br />stress - reducing experiences, and contribute to a sense of community; and, <br />Whereas, parks and recreation agencies touch the lives of individuals, families, groups, and the entire <br />community with positive impacts upon the social, economic, health and environmental quality of our <br />community, <br />Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Lee County Board of Commissioners proclaim July as <br />Parks and Recreation Month and encourages citizens to celebrate by participating in their choice of <br />pleasurable activities to find refreshment from their leisure. <br />Adopted this 15"' day of July 2013. <br />ATTEST: <br />Charles T. Parks, Chairman <br />Lee County Board of Commissioners <br />C4 =M l Lee, Clerk t e Board <br />