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Proclamation
Know Ye:
WHEREAS, the open exchange of public disclosure is essential to the democratic system of
government; and
WHEREAS, as a cornerstone of democracy Americans have observed certain rules of
behavior generally known as civility; and
WHEREAS, civility, derived from the Latin words "civitas" meaning city and "civis"
meaning citizen, is behavior worthy of citizens living in a community or in
common with others; and
WHEREAS, displays of anger, rudeness, ridicule, impatience, and a lack of respect and
personal attacks detract from the open exchange of ideas, prevent fair discussion
of the issues, and can discourage individuals from participation in government;
and
WHEREAS, civility can assist in reaching consensus on diverse issues and allow for mutually
respecttul ongoing relationships; and
WHEREAS, civility can uplift our daily life and make it more pleasant to live in an organized
society; and
WHEREAS, the City, County and Local Government Law Section of]'lie Florida Bar urges
the adoption of a pledge of civility by all citizens in the State of Florida.
Now Therefore. 1, S. Scott Vandcrgril't, Mayor of the City of
Ocoee, hereby proclaim May 2003, as
CIVILITY MONTH
in the City of Ocoee, Florida, and calls upon citizens to exercise civility toward each other.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have licrcu,nu set my loud and caused lie Seal
of the City of Ocoee,Florida to be affixed Ibis 6 day of May,2003.
S. Scan Vaderanil Mayor
&twirled by and attested to by Octet City Gnunussamers
Danny flowell,Commissioner District 1 -A Scot Anderson,Commissioner District 2
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RustyJohnson.Commission District 3 -f‘tff Nancy Parker,Commissioner District 4
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