National Clean Beaches WeekCITY DF DELRA BERCH � Delray Beach Florida ,CCJNv\/1stAVE:NJ' • [lE.R4"8•AC'i LuRl[A,'."·144 • r1�4'<,r, _,ftxi lll·Alllrica City 'lllf' PROCLAMATION
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WHEREAS, the Clean Beaches Council, as part of Great Outdoors Month, has designated the week beginning July 1st -7th as National Clean Beaches Week; and
WHEREAS, beaches represent a critical part of our natural heritage and a
beautiful part of the American landscape; and
WHEREAS, beaches are sensitive ecosystems, susceptible to degradation and
alteration from climate change, erosion, natural forces, untreated sewage, litter and
improper use; and
WHEREAS, communities and government have undertaken significant measures
to keep beaches clean and healthy; and
WHEREAS, 180 million Americans make nearly 2 billion annual trips to the
ocean, gulf and inland beaches and contribute over $640 billion annually to the local,
state, and national economy; and
WHEREAS, 75% of all recreational activity occurs within a half mile corridor
around the shorelines of our beaches, rivers, and lakes; and
WHEREAS, coastal tourism and healthy, fresh seafood fuels robust economies -
sustaining communities and supporting jobs along the coastal United States.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, SHELLY PETROLIA, Mayor of the City of Delray Beach,
Florida, on behalf of the City Commission, do hereby proclaim July pt -7th , 2021 as
NATIONAL CLEAN BEACHES WEEK
in Delray Beach, Florida, and encourage all residents to visit, enjoy and protect our
greatest natural resource.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Official
Seal of the City of Delray Beach, Florida, to be affixed this 8th day of June, 2021.
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SHELLY PETROLIA
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