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PROCLAMATION
In Recognition of
NATIONAL PARKS & RECREATION MONTH
FIRST ANNUAL "'DAY OF PLAY" IN PORT ANGELES
WHEREAS, The U.S, House of'Representatives has designatedJuly as Parks& Recreation Month; and
WHEREAS, Our 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 wellbeing of our community region;and and
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WHEREAS, Parks and recreation programs build healthy, active communities that aid in the prevention
of chronic disease, provide therapeutic recreation services for those who are mentally or
physically disabled, and also improve the mental and emotional health of all citizens; and
WHEREAS, Parks, playgrounds, trails, open spaces, community and cultural centers, and historic sites
make our state and city an attractive and desirable place to live, work, play, and visit which
contributes to our economic vitality- and
WHEREAS, The City of Port Angeles Parks & Recreation Department functions as a facilitator of
recreation in the community; and
WHEREAS, To celebrate the partnerships and collaborations the City has in the community, the City is
proclaiming that July 28, 2018,be the first annual Day of Play, which includes participation
from entities and organizations such as the William Shore Memorial Pool, Feiro,Marine Life
Center, Port Angeles Likes Bikes, Lincoln Park BMX Association, Olympic Peninsula
Rowing Club, Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, Port Angeles Disc Golf Association, Port
Angeles Public Access TV, Dream Playground Foundation,and Port Angeles,Senior Center.
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Sissi Bruch, Mayor, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PORT
ANGELES, do hereby proclaim July 2018 as Parks & Recreation Month in Port Angeles, and I encourage all
citizens to join me in participating in and supporting the many recreational and leisure programs and flacilities
provided by public and private agencies, especially on July 28, 2018 for the Day of Play.
IAkcJ July 6,2018
Sissi Bruch, Mayor