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RESOLUTION NO. 03-209
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE
MONTH OF SEPTEMBER, 2003, AS "FLORIDA
INDUSTRY APPRECIATION MONTH" AND
DESIGNATING SEPTEMBER 18, 2003, AS
"BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY APPRECIATION
DAY" IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made
the following determinations:
1. The diversification of Florida's economic base is a key priority to the Governor of the
State of Florida and of equal importance to the Existing Industry Committee.
2. Florida Industry provides a strong economic base for local economies which, in turn,
allows for improved service and quality of life for our citizens.
3. It has been shown that at least eighty percent of new jobs are created by expansions of
existing industries.
4. Industries tend to remain with communities where their contributions, both civic and
economic, are recognized.
5. An existing industry appreciation program will highlight Florida Industries and increase
public awareness of their many community contributions; and the local industries supporting the St.
Lucie County economy deserve the County's appreciation and support.
6. The Governor of the State of Florida has proclaimed the month of September,
2003, to be "Florida Industry Appreciation Month", and has encouraged all Florida
communities, chambers of commerce, and citizens to participate in appropriate commemorative
events.
7. In conjunction with Florida Industry Appreciation Month, the Board recognizes the
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importance and contributions of business and industry in St. Lucie County to the economic and
employment base.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St.
Lucie County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby proclaim the month of September, 2003, as "FLORIDA
INDUSTRY APPRECIATION MONTH", and designates September 18,2003, as "BUSINESS
AND INDUSTRY APPRECIATION DAY" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
2. This Board urges the citizens of St. Lucie County to participate in appropriate
commemorative events during the month of September, 2003.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 2nd day of September, 2003.
ATTEST:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNT LORIDA
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