HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - October 3, 2001 D-03cCITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE: Special Olympics "Walk for The Gold" to be held October 13, 200 1, at Lodi Lake
MEETING DATE: October 3, 2001
PREPARED BY: Michael E. Pretz, Fire Chief
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Presentation
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports
training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic -type sports
for individuals with mental retardation by giving them continuing
opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage.
experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and
friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the
community.
In Northern California more than 14,000 persons with mental retardation participate in local, area, and
chapter -wide competitions. The programs are offered at no expense to all eligible athletes and are possible
solely due to generous financial contributions and many very dedicated volunteers. All funds raised through
Walk for The Gold support the training and competition of the Special Olympic athletes in the area the
Walk takes place.
Walk for The Gold is a premiere event for Special Olympics Northern California. This non-competitive
event brings together participants of all ages from throughout the community to promote friendship and
fitness, while raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics. Participants are joined on the walk by
Special Olympics athletes and have the opportunity to adopt a whole Special Olympics team to walk with.
This years walk will be held at Lodi Lake wilderness area. The walk is four kilometers (4K) and starts at 10
a.m., October 13, 2001. Walkers raise money by asking friends, family, business associates, and co-
workers to sponsor them. Funds are also raised through sponsorship and matching gifts.
FUNDING: None required.
Michael E. Pretz
Fire Chief
APPROVED: 47 �Ib_
Dixon Flynn Manager