Item B2
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Meeting Date: Sept. 15. 2004
Division:
BOCC
Bulk Item: Yes
No --1L
Department: DISTRICT 5
AGENDA ITEM WORDING:
Proclamation to observe Kids Day America/Internatioinal
on September 18, 2004.
ITEM BACKGROUND: Chiropractic offices worldwide will be participating in the tenth
annual "Kid Day America/h1temational" on September 18, 2004. The proclamation will be received
by Dawna Anson of Big Pine Key Chiropractic.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
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APPROVED BY: County Atty _ OMB/Purchasing _ Risk Management_
DIVISION DIRECTOR APPROVAL:
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DOCUMENTATION:
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DISPOSITION:
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~roclamation
WHEREAS, the Health and well-being of children is our responsibility; and
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WHEREAS, the Safety of our children is a significant concern for parents,
community leaders and health care givers; and
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WHEREAS, environmental welfare is of universal concern and deserves the
utmost attention; and
WHEREAS, if started in childhood, proper Health, Safety and Environmental
habits can be maintained for a lifetime, producing a valued member of society,
and enhancing our community;
NOW THEREFORE, by the virtue of the power vested in me as Mayor of
Monroe County, Florida, I, Murray E. Nelson, do hereby proclaim September 18,
2004 as
KIDS DAY AMERICA/INTERNATIONAL
In Monroe County and urge that this day be dedicated to the-efforts of Doctors of
Chiropractic in helping educate all citizens on the importance of Health, Safety,
and Environmental issues affecting our community.
WITNESS my hand and seal of the County of Monroe, Florida, this 15th
day of September, 2004.
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Mayor Murray E. Nelson
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Dear Mayor Nelson,
On Saturday, September 18, 2004, Chiropractic offices worldwide will be participating in the tenth annual "Kids Day
AmericaJlnternational™II fi'om 12:00 noon until 3:00 pm. It is a momentous day dedicated to health, safety, and
environmental issues that effect individuals and our community as a whole. More than 1,400 offices have
participated in.this historic event internationally.
As a local Chiropractor, I spent much of my time, both inside and outside my practice, helping children. It is for this
very reason that I chose to sponsor this event in the lower Keys.
During this event we will distribute essential information on crime prevention, child safety, and environmental
awareness issues. My office will provide free Child ID cards and the Monroe County Sheriff Department will conduct
free fingerprinting for all children who attend. The Fire Department plans to support the event by providing interactive
fire safety activities and tips.
In addition, my office will offer free spinal exams and scoliosis screenings, and distribute essential information on
disease prevention and health promotion. We will also provide free balloons, snacks, give-aways, and hold prize
drawings every half':hour!, We have 'chosen to sponsor our local DAR.E. program ..',!) Part of our celebration to
spotlight their involvEtmeht in drug education and prevention in children.
As a valued member of our community, we want to personally invite you to attend our "Kids Day
Americalfntemational™II event! We will hold the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 12:30 pm to dedicate our event Several
local county representatives as well as local media are expected to attend. A member of my staff will contact you in a
few days to follow-up and provide you with all of the details. We sincerely hope that you will make the effort to attend
this extraordinary day for all the children of our community!
Yours in health,
Dr. Michael Norman and Staff
Event Coordinator, "Kids Day AmericalfntemationaFMII
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Drs. Theresa & Stuart WG17Jer - Fountlers Kids Day America / International www.childrenswellness.com_
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