HomeMy WebLinkAbout13-065RESOLUTION NO. 13-065
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF MAY 2013 AS ~~NATIONAL
COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH" IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has
made the following determinations:
1. Community Action Agencies were created when the Economic Opportunity Act
of 1964 was signed into law.
2. Community Action Agencies have a 49 year history of promoting self-sufficiency
for those with limited income.
3. Community Action Agencies have made an essential contribution to individuals
and families in Florida by providing them with innovative and cost-effective
programs.
4. Community Action Agencies are needed as major participants in the reform of
the welfare system as we know it.
5. Welfare reform in Florida has benefitted from the state's partnership with
community action agencies.
6. Those with limited income continue to need opportunities to improve their lives
and their living conditions, thus ensuring that all citizens are able to live in
dignity.
7. Florida and the entire United States must continue to wage war on poverty by
providing support and opportunities for all citizens in need of assistance.
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 May 2013 as ~~NATIONAL
COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH" in St. Lucie County, Florida in recognition of
the hard work and dedication of St. Lucie County's Community Action agencies.
2. This Board urges the citizens of St. Lucie County to join in this special
observance.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 7th day of May 2013.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
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CHAIRMAN
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