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RESOLUTION NO. 07-187
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF MAY 12 -
MAY 20, 2007 AS "FLORIDA TOURISM WEEK" IN ST.
LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, tourism in the number one industry in the State of Florida, adding $3.7
billion in state revenues annually; and,
and,
WHEREAS, Florida is the second highest state in the nation in tourism expenditures;
WHEREAS, more than 83 million domestic and international visitors annually generate
$62 billion in tourism spending; and,
WHEREAS, tourism-related tax revenues are primary sources of state and local
government funding to help build roads, support schools, pay for health care and other vital
programs; and,
WHEREAS, the tourism industry provides more than 948,700 jobs for Florida
residents, which leads to a low unemployment rate and improved quality of life for all
Floridians; and,
WHEREAS, awareness of the tourism industry's integral role in the economic success
of Florida will encourage a consistent increase in visitors in the state.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St.
Lucie County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby proclaim that May 12 through May 20, 2007, be
recognized as Florida Tourism Week.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 15th day of May, 2007.
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