PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Town of Windermere is blessed with a multitude of families, - an essential part of the cultural, social and spiritual fabric of our community; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Windermere recognizes that strong families are at the center of strong communities; that children live better lives when their families are strong; and that families are strong when they live in communities that connect them to economic opportunities, social networks, and services; and
WHEREAS, everyone has a role to play in making families successful, including neighborhood organizations, businesses, non-profit agencies, policy makers, and families themselves; and
WHEREAS, during the week of October 27 through November 3, 2012, the Town of Windermere’s residents should take time to honor the importance of families and recommit to enhancing and extending the special connections that support and strengthen them throughout the year and
WHEREAS, during this week, we urge residents of the Town of Windermere to join other agencies and organizations throughout the county to honor and celebrate our families;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gary Bruhn, Mayor of the Town of Windermere, do hereby proclaim the week of October 27 through November 3, 2012, as:
WEEK OF THE FAMILY
in the Town of Windermere, and urge all citizens to share in this occasion