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RESOLUTION NO. 09-133
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 28, 2009,
AS "TREASURE COAST VOLUNTEER
APPRECIATION DAY" IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY,
FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has
made the following determinations:
1. Governor Charlie Crist and the Florida Cabinet have proclaimed April to be
Florida Volunteer Month, and this month was established as the official time to recognize
and celebrate the efforts of volunteers at the local, state and national levels.
2. Volunteerism strengthens communities, improves social problems and
enhances the overall quality of life for all citizens, including children, seniors, those who
are disabled, impoverished, imprisoned, homeless, physically or mentally ill, or
otherwise in need of assistance.
3. Volunteering changes the lives of volunteers in a positive way by increasing
self confidence, self-esteem and physical well-being; offering the chance to make new
friends; and providing opportunities to learn new skills and abilities.
4. Volunteerism is proven to have a positive influence on businesses that are
socially responsible by increasing employee morale, loyalty and teamwork, and building
goodwill toward the company.
5. Nonprofits, charities, community and faith-based groups, schools, volunteer
centers and national service programs in St. Lucie County have joined together with
state and local governments in celebration and praise of volunteers who have given
tirelessly and selflessly to the service of others.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St.
Lucie County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby proclaim April 28, 2009, as "TREASURE COAST
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY" in St. Lucie County, Ftorida.
2. This Board urges the citizens of St. Lucie County to promote the spirit of
volunteerism; to observe the day with appropriate activities, programs and ceremonies
supporting volunteerism; and to participate and enga~e others in volunteer activities
now and for as long as they are able.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 14th day of April, 2009.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISS~~JNERS
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