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County of Monroe
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Mayor Michelle Coldiron,District 2
�1 nff `ll Mayor Pro Tem David Rice,District 4
-Ile Florida.Keys Craig Cates,District 1
Eddie Martinez,District 3
w Mike Forster,District 5
County Commission Meeting
April 21, 2021
Agenda Item Number: B.2
Agenda Item Summary #8 125
BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: BOCC District 2
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Katherine Atkins (305)292-4512
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AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Mayor's proclamation declaring the month of April 2021 as
National County Government Month.
ITEM BACKGROUND: Each year since 1991 the National Association of Counties has encouraged
counties across the country to elevate awareness of county responsibilities, programs and services. The
nation's 3,069 counties, parishes and boroughs serve more than 300 million Americans and provide
essential services to create healthy, safe and vibrant communities.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
DOCUMENTATION:
Proclamation
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Effective Date:
Expiration Date:
Total Dollar Value of Contract:
Total Cost to County:
Current Year Portion:
Budgeted:
Source of Funds:
CPI:
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Indirect Costs:
Estimated Ongoing Costs Not Included in above dollar amounts:
Revenue Producing: If yes, amount:
Grant:
County Match:
Insurance Required:
Additional Details:
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REVIEWED BY:
Michelle Coldiron Completed 04/12/2021 11:10 AM
Bob Shillinger Completed 04/12/2021 1:04 PM
Liz Yongue Completed 04/12/2021 1:10 PM
Board of County Commissioners Pending 04/21/2021 9:00 AM
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National County Government Month-April 2021
"Counties Matter"
WHEREAS,the nation's 3,069 counties,parishes and boroughs serving more than 300 million Americans provide
essential services to create healthy,safe and vibrant communities;and
WHEREAS,counties provide public health services,administer justice,keep communities safe,foster economic
opportunities and much more;and
WHEREAS, Monroe County and all counties take pride in our responsibility to protect and enhance the health,wellbeing
and safety of our residents in efficient and cost-effective ways;and c
WHEREAS,under the leadership of National Association of Counties President Gary Moore,NACo is demonstrating how
"Counties Matter,"especially in supporting residents and businesses during the coronavirus pandemic;and 6
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WHEREAS,each year since 1991 the National Association of Counties has encouraged counties across the country to
elevate awareness of county responsibilities,programs and services;and
WHEREAS,the County maintains 311 miles of County roads,26 bridges,5 libraries,3 government centers,3
courthouses,a courthouse museum,an assisted living facility,3 senior centers,9 fire stations,and many other public m
facilities;and
WHEREAS, Monroe County strives to continue its reputation as an idyllic paradise in which to live,work,and play;
NOW,THEREFORE,BE lT RESOLVED THAT m,Mayor Michelle Coldiron,do hereby proclaim April 2021 as National County
Government Month and encourage all county officials,employees,schools and residents to participate in county
government celebration activities. U
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