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Wbereass, The citizens of the City of Ocoee recognize the vital role that swimming and aquatic -
related activities play in our physical and mental well- being; and
W Ertafi, %% ater safety education plays an essential role in the prevention of drowning and
recreational water - related injuries; and
WbErEal, The recreational water industry has made many significant contributions as represented
by the organizations involvement in the National Water Safety Month Coalition towards
the development of safe swimming facilities, aquatic programs, home pools and related
activities; and
Wjereao, There are ongoing efforts and commitments within Ocoee to educate the public on water
safety issues and initiatives by the pool, spa, water park, recreation and parks industries;
and
Vburea , Communicating water safety rules and programs to families and individuals of all ages is
vital;
Now gliviefrie, I, S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor of the City of Ocoee, Florida, do hereby
proclaim May, 2012, in the City of Ocoee as
NATIONAL WATER SAFETY MONTH
IN WITNESS WHEROF, I hereunto have
Set my hand and caused the Seal of the
City of Ocoee, Florida to be affixed this
1st day of May 2012.
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