HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-056 RESOLUTION NO. 10-056
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 7, 2010 AS "COMPANION
ANIMAL ADOPTION DAY" INST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made the
following determinations:
1. Domestic animal homelessness is at an all time high in St. Lucie County and the
region.
2. As a result, there is a need for increased adoptions from Humane Societies and
other animal shelters.
3. In addition to the adoption of companion animals, spaying and neutering these
animals will help in reducing the overall population.
4. On February 7, 2010, the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast, St. Lucie County
Humane Society, Treasure Coast Spay/Neuter Alliance, Dogs and Cats Forever, along with others,
will participate in the Furever Friends Pet Adoptathon in Stuart's Flagler Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie
County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby designate February 7, 2010 as "Companion Animal Adoption
Day" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
2. This Board urges the citizens of St. Lucie County to participate by attending the
Furever Friends Adoptathon and consider adopting a companion animal for life.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 9th day of February 2010.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY',COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY,,~LORIDA
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