HomeMy WebLinkAbout15-009RESOLUTION NO. 15-009
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2015 AS
"NIGHT TO SHINE PROM NIGHT" IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made the
following determinations:
1. The Tim Tebow Foundation exists to bring faith, hope and love to those needing a brighter
day in their darkest hour of need. That mission is being fulfilled everyday through the
foundation's five areas of outreach including Team Tebow, Timmy's Playrooms, Orphan
Care, W15H and the Tebow CURE Hospital.
2. For their five year anniversary, the Tim Tebow Foundation wants to create a brighter day for
people with special needs. The Foundation feels everyone should have the opportunity to
experience a prom where they feel loved and welcomed.
3. Genesis Community Church was selected as one of the 46 host sites for the upcoming
worldwide "Night to Shine" prom for people with special needs. The event will happen in
46 different cities around the world simultaneously on Friday, February 13, 2015 from 6-9
pm.
4. With a red carpet entrance and friendly paparazzi welcome, guests will be greeted by their
very own buddy who will serve as their host for the evening. Guests will receive VIP
treatment including flowers, hair and makeup, crown or tiara, professional photography,
food, dancing, games and more. The guests will also be given a horse and carriage ride or
a limo ride before being let out on the red carpet.
5. Genesis Community Church will be coordinating the entire event, working with numerous
volunteers, and partnering with several businesses in St. Lucie County. In addition, by
partnering with the Tim Tebow Foundation, Genesis is providing an opportunity for people
with special needs in St. Lucie County to experience a prom where they will feel loved,
welcomed and accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie
County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby proclaim Friday, February 13, 2015, as "NIGHT TO SHINE PROM
NIGHT" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
2. This Board urges the people of the St Lucie County to contact Genesis Community Church
for information on how to become involved by volunteering or referring an individual with
special needs 16 years of age and older.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 3rd day of February 2015.
ATTEST:
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DEPUTY CLERK
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
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CHAIR
APPROVED AS TO LF, ALkOJW AND CORRECTNESS:
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RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2015 AS
"NIGHT TO SHINE PROM NIGHT" IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made the
following determinations:
1. The Tim Tebow Foundation exists to bring faith, hope and love to those needing a brighter
day in their darkest hour of need. That mission is being fulfilled everyday through the
foundation's five areas of outreach including Team Tebow, Timmy's Playrooms, Orphan
Care, W15H and the Tebow CURE Hospital.
2. For their five year anniversary, the Tim Tebow Foundation wants to create a brighter day for
people with special needs. The Foundation feels everyone should have the opportunity to
experience a prom where they feel loved and welcomed.
3. Genesis Community Church was selected as one of the 46 host sites for the upcoming
worldwide "Night to Shine" prom for people with special needs. The event will happen in
46 different cities around the world simultaneously on Friday, February 13, 2015 from 6-9
pm.
4. With a red carpet entrance and friendly paparazzi welcome, guests will be greeted by their
very own buddy who will serve as their host for the evening. Guests will receive VIP
treatment including flowers, hair and makeup, crown or tiara, professional photography,
food, dancing, games and more. The guests will also be given a horse and carriage ride or
a limo ride before being let out on the red carpet.
5. Genesis Community Church will be coordinating the entire event, working with numerous
volunteers, and partnering with several businesses in St. Lucie County. In addition, by
partnering with the Tim Tebow Foundation, Genesis is providing an opportunity for people
with special needs in St. Lucie County to experience a prom where they will feel loved,
welcomed and accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie
County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby proclaim Friday, February 13, 2015, as "NIGHT TO SHINE PROM
NIGHT" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
2. This Board urges the people of the St Lucie County to contact Genesis Community Church
for information on how to become involved by volunteering or referring an individual with
special needs 16 years of age and older.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 3`d day of February 2015.
ATTEST:
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONE
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
BY:
CHAIR
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