2007-10 City Government WeekRESOLUTION NO. 07 -10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING CITY GOVERNMENT WEEK, OCTOBER 21
THROUGH 27, 2007, AND ENCOURAGING ALL CITIZENS TO
SUPPORT THE CELEBRATION AND CORRESPONDING
ACTIVITIES.
WHEREAS, the City Government is the government closest to most citizens, and the one with the
most direct daily impact upon its residents; and
WHEREAS, the City Government Officials and Employees share the responsibility to pass along
their understanding of public services and their benefits; and
WHEREAS, Florida City Government Week is a very important time to recognize the important
role played by City Government in our lives; and
WHEREAS, this week offers an important opportunity to spread the word to all the citizens of
Florida that they can shape and influence this branch of government which is closest to the
people; and
WHEREAS, the Florida League of Cities and its member cities have joined together to teach
students and other citizens about municipal government through a variety of different
projects and information; and
WHEREAS, Florida City Government Week offers an important opportunity to convey to all the
Citizens of Florida that they can shape and influence government through their civic
involvement.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved before the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida;
presented at a duly advertised public meeting; and passed by a majority vote of the City
Council; and properly executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for
the City, that:
SECTION 1. That the City of Okeechobee does encourage all Citizens, City Government
Officials and Employees to do everything possible to ensure that this week is
recognized and celebrated accordingly.
SECTION 2. That the City of Okeechobee does encourage educational partnerships between
City Government and Schools.
SECTION 3. That the City of Okeechobee does support and encourage all City Governments to
actively promote and sponsor "Florida City Government Week."
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED in regular session this 16 day of ctober, 2007.
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James E. Kirk, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane IGamiotea,
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MC, City Clerk
REVIEW _D Fi R G: L SUFFICIENCY:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
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