HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks and Recreation Month_7.27.2010
P R O C L A M A T I O N
WHEREAS, parks and recreation programs are an integral part of communities
throughout this country; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation are vitally important to establishing and maintaining
the quality of life in our communities, ensuring the health of all citizens, and
contributing to the economic and environmental well-being of a community and region;
and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation programs build healthy, active communities that aid
in the prevention of chronic disease, improve the mental and emotional health of all
citizens; and
WHEREAS, our parks and recreation areas ensure the ecological beauty of our
community and provide a place for children and adults to connect with nature and
recreate outdoors; and
WHEREAS, the newly formed Friends of Georgetown Parks and Recreation will support
the Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department in all of its endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Georgetown recognizes the benefits derived from parks and recreation
resources.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE GARVER, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN,
TEXAS, do hereby proclaim July 2010, as
PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH