HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-043 RESOLUTION NO. 11-043
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 12, 2011, AS
"COMPANION ANIMAL ADOPTION DAY" IN ST. 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 12, 2011, the Humane Societies of the Treasure Coast and St. Lucie
County, along with others, will participate in the Furever Friends Pet Adoptathon in Indian
Riverside Park in Jensen Beach from noon to 3 pm.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie
County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby proclaim February 12, 2011, 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.¢rP,?~,.~ - is 15t day of February, 2011.
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