HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - June 15, 2011 B-01AGENDA ITEM 1b d4
CITY OF LODI
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE: Recreation and Parks Month — July 2011
MEETING DATE: June 15,2011
PREPARED BY: Parks, Recreationand Cultural Services Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor Johnson to present a proclamation proclaiming July
as "Recreation and Parks Month."
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The month of July has been designated by the National
Recreation and Park Association as Recreation and Parks
Month. As the City celebrates this observance, it also
recognizes the vital contributions of employees and
volunteers in our parks and recreation facilities. These dedicated supporters keep our parks clean and
safe for visitors, organize youth activities, provide educational programming on nature, fitness, first aid,
advocate for more open space, and fund raise for local improvements.
Public parks and recreation systems are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for millions of residents
in communities around the world through recreation programming, leisure activities and conservation
efforts.
Parks, recreation activities and leisure experiences provide opportunities for young people to live, grow
and develop into contributing members of our society; create lifelines and continuous life experiences for
older members cf the community; generate opportunities for people to come together and experience a
sense of community; and pay dividends to communities by attracting business and jobs and increasing
housing values.
These employees and volunteers ensure that our parks and recreation facilities are safe and accessible
places for all citizens to enjoy and the City of Lodi is honored to join in the observance of their
contributions.
FISCAL IMPACT:
FUNDING:
cc: City Attorney
None.
None required.
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James M. Rodems
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director
APPROVED: _
Konradt artlam, City Manager