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P roclamation
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Qi itizens of the City of Ocoee recognize the vital role that swimming
and aquatic - related activities to good physical and mental health and
enhance the quality of life for all people; and
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NPater safety education plays an essential role in the prevention of
drowning and recreational water- related injuries; and
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Ehe City of Ocoee is aware of the contributions made by the
recreational water industry in developing safe swimming facilities,
aquatic programs, home pools and spas, and related activities
providing healthy places to recreate, learn and grow, build self -
esteem, confidence and sense of self -worth which contributes to the
quality of life in our community; and
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Ehere 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
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Communicating water safety rules and programs to families and
individuals of all ages is vital; whether owners of private pools,
users of public swimming facilities, or visitors to waterparks.
Zoo 7�c e , w, Therefore, I, S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor of the City of Ocoee, do
hereby proclaim the Month of May, 2013 as
NATIONAL WATER SAFETY MONTH
in the City of Ocoee, and urge all citizens to support and promote this observance.
FURTHER, urge all citizens to learn to swim, never swim alone, follow posted rules
around the pools and lakes, supervise children around water, and to always be water
aware.
IN WITNESS WIIEROF, I hereunto have
Set my hand and caused the Seal of the
City of Ocoee, Florida to be affixed this
7 day of May 2013.
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