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AGENDA TITLE: Recreation and Parks Month — July 2010
MEETING DATE: July 7,2010
PREPARED BY: James M. Rodems - Interim Parks and Recreation Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor Katzakianto present a proclamation naming 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 fundraise 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 of 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
APPROVED:
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ames M. Rodem
Interim Parks and Recreation Director
, Interim City Manager