Recommendation: That the Board take the following action:
A. Adopt the Proclamation proclaiming May 7 - 12, 2018, as "National Economic Development Week" and reminding individuals of the importance of this community celebration which supports the expansion of career opportunities and improving quality of life; and
B. Ratify the Proclamation dated May 4, 2018, proclaiming Saturday, May 5, 2018, as "Rosamond Johnson Beach Day" in Escambia County, in honor and memory of Private Rosamond Johnson, Jr., who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
BACKGROUND:
Various departments, outside agencies, special interest groups, civic and religious organizations in recognition of specific events, occasions, people, etc., request Proclamations. Information provided on the Proclamation is furnished by the requesting party and placed in the proper acceptable format for BCC approval by the County Administration staff. Board approval is required by Board Policy Section I, A (6).