HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-062RESOLUTION NO. 12-062
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF
APRIL, 2012 AS "FLORIDA VOLUNTEER MONTH" IN
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made the
following determinations:
1. Volunteerism strengthens communities, improves vital social concerns, 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.
2. In 1974, the President and Congress designated National Volunteer Week to occur
annually in April as the official time to recognize and celebrate the efforts of
volunteers at the local, state, and national levels.
3. Florida cannot look to government alone to solve all of its societal problems.
4. Volunteering can provide life-changing experiences and bring about positive inner
changes, such as increased self-confidence, self-satisfaction and physical well-
being;opportunities tonetwork, and opportunities to learn new skills and abilities.
5. Volunteerism has been shown to have positive influence on businesses by
increasing employee morale, loyalty, teamwork and goodwill.
6. Volunteer centers, nonprofits, charities, faith-based groups, schools, and national
service programs in Florida 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 the month of April 2012 as "FLORIDA VOLUNTEER
MONTH" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
2. This Board calls upon the citizens of St. Lucie County to promote the spirit of
volunteerism, and to observe the month with appropriate activities, programs and
ceremonies supporting the theme, "Viva Volunteers".
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 3'd day of April 2012.
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APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM AND