Recommendation: That the Board take the following action:
A. Adopt the Proclamation proclaiming the week of May 19 - 25, 2019, as "Emergency Medical Services Week" in Escambia County, and reminding the community of the vital importance of the services provided by Escambia County Emergency Medical Services, and encouraging all citizens to honor the "Everyday Heroes" dedicated to emergency medical care; and
B. Ratify the Proclamation dated May 3, 2019, proclaiming Saturday, May 4, 2019, 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).