Office of the Mayor

Proclamation

Lawrence, Kansas

WHEREAS:   Parks and recreation programs are an integral part of the City of Lawrence; and

WHEREAS:   Our parks and recreation are vitally important to establishing and maintaining the quality of life in our community, ensuring the health of all citizens, and contributing to its economic and environmental well-being; and

WHEREAS:   Parks and recreation programs build a healthy, active community that aids in the prevention of chronic disease, provides therapeutic recreation services for those who are mentally or physically disabled, and also improves the mental and emotional health of all citizens; and

WHEREAS: Our parks and natural recreation areas ensure the ecological beauty of our community and provide a place for children and adults to connect with nature and recreate outdoors; and

WHEREAS:   The City of Lawrence recognizes the benefits derived from parks and recreation resources;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mike Amyx, Mayor of the City of Lawrence, Kansas, do hereby proclaim the month of July to be:

“PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH”

                                                                   Mike Amyx

                                                                   Mayor

July 6, 2010