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CITY OF LODI
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Parks Make Life Better Month Proclamation
June 15, 2016
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Mayor Chandler present proclamation proclaiming the month of July
2016 as "Parks Make Life Better Month" in the City of Lodi.
Statewide public opinion research has found that 98 percent of
California households visit a local park at least once a year; two-
thirds visit a park once a month; half of households participate in an
organized recreation program; and most park use is with family and
friends.
Residents value recreation as it provides positive alternatives for children and youth to reduce crime and
mischief especially during nonschool hours. It promotes the arts, it increases social connections, aids in
therapy and promotes lifelong learning.
Lodi residents, including children, youth, families, adults, seniors, businesses, community organizations,
and visitors benefit from the wide range of parks, trails, open space, sports fields, tennis courts, facilities
and programs. Thousands of residents participate in youth sports and other activities, and Lodi Lake Park
has more than 200,000 visitors a year.
Through this proclamation, the City Council urges all its residents to recognize that parks and recreation
enrich the lives of Lodi residents and visitors, as well as add value to the community's homes and
neighborhoods.
In July 2016 we are recognizing the 75th anniversary of the founding of the current Parks, Recreation &
Cultural Services Department. A free anniversary party for the public is scheduled from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.,
July 16 at Lodi Lake Park. Our celebration will include family activities, live music, and birthday cake.
With July being celebrated across the nation as Parks and Recreation Month, the Council is asked to
proclaim July 2016 as Parks Make Life Better® Month in the City of Lodi.
FISCAL IMPACT None.
Jeff H
Park. 'ecreation and Cultural Services Director
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APPROVED:
Stephen Schwabauer, City Manager