HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-140 RESOLUTION NO. 11-140
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2011 AS
"DISABILITY AWARENESS MONTH" IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners ofSt. Lucie County, Florida, has made the following
determinations:
1. October is National Disability Awareness Month, during which the contributions of
Americans with disabilities are recognized and citizens are encouraged to ensure equal
opportunity in the workforce.
2. Across America, individuals with disabilities are making important contributions in the
workplace, and here in St. Lucie County, individuals with disabilities are becoming part of
the fabric of our workforce.
3. The employers in St. Lucie County are recognized for valuing the ability and worth of all
citizens, noting that employing a person with a disability contributes to the quality of life
of the individual and also to the diversity and economic viability of our community.
4. Helping People Succeed Inc. has a commitment to people with disabilities through its
various programs and services that help people with disabilities obtain and maintain
employment, thus helping them live the American dream of an everyday life.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County,
Florida:
1. This Board commends Helping People Succeed, Inc., its employees and volunteers fortheir
continuing good works in helpingthosecitizenswith disabilitiesobtaingainfulemployment
and contribute to the sustainability of our community.
2. This Board does hereby proclaim the month of October 2011 as "DISABILITY AWARENESS
MONTH" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 20`h day of September 2011.
ATTEST: ~ . BOARD OF TY COM TONERS
_ ~ ` ST. LUC CO NTY, FLO D
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EPUTY CLERK " - _ CHAIRM
APPROVE S TO LEGAL FOR AND
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