HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2002-20
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-20
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING
CITY GOVERNMENT WEEK, OCTOBER 20-26, 2002, AND ENCOURAGING
ALL CITIZENS TO SUPPORT THE CELEBRATION AND CORRESPONDING
ACTIVITIES.
WHEREAS, city government is the government closest to most citizens, and the
one with the most direct daily impact upon its residents; and
WHEREAS, city government is administered for and by its citizens, and is
dependent upon public commitment and understanding of its many responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, city government officials and employees share the responsibility to
pass along their understanding of public services and their benefits; and
WHEREAS, Florida City Government Week is a very important time to
recognize the important role played by city government in our lives; and
WHEREAS, this week offers an important opportunity to spread the word to all
the citizens of Florida that they can shape and influence this branch of government which
is closest to the people; and
WHEREAS, the Florida League of Cities and its member cities have joined
together to teach students and other citizens about municipal government through a
variety of different projects and information; and
WHEREAS, Florida City Government Week offers an important opportunity to
convey to all the citizens of Florida that they can shape and influence government
through their civic involvement.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOL VED BY THE CITY OF OCOEE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the City of Ocoee does encourage all citizens, city
government officials and employees to do everything possible to ensure that this week is
recognized and celebrated accordingly.
SECTION 2. That the City of Ocoee does encourage educational partnerships
between city government and schools.
SECTION 3. That the City of Ocoee does support and encourage all city
governments to actively promote and sponsor "Florida City Government Week."
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Commiss. n f the City of Ocoee, Florida, this
October 15, 2002.
/
~~~~
Commissioner District One
Scott Anderson
Commissioner District Two
. '/ ' ....,) f
N~c~'~~%er 'A:~1A ic---..
Commi~io~er District Four