Title
Proclamation Declaring July as Park and Recreation Month (Chair Jerrell)
Action
ACTION:
Adopt a proclamation designating July as Park and Recreation Month
Commission Contact: Chair Jerrell, read by Commissioner Powell
Staff Contact: Peter Cook, Deputy Director, Park and Recreation
Presentation: No
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
For 40 years, the United States has celebrated Park and Recreation Month during the month of July to recognize the importance of parks and recreation in establishing and maintaining the quality of life for, and contributing to the physical, economic and environmental well-being of communities.
Through efforts by the National Recreation and Park Association, the U.S. House of Representatives passed an official resolution for Park and Recreation Month in 2009. The NRPA supports the national park and recreation community and the general public in promoting summer programming and celebrations in support of the field.
In creating and maintaining accessible, inclusive and sustainable parks and programs, the services that Park and Recreation provide are essential to building thriving communities.
PROCUREMENT BACKGROUND:
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POLICY IMPACT:
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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