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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR14-035 Older American's Month CommissionerN I:UM- +12 ti moved adoption of the following Resolution: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO V RESOLUTION NO. 2014- M Resolution Designating May 2014 as Older American's Month WHEREAS, Eagle County includes over 6,000 citizens ages 60 and older; and WHEREAS, Eagle County is committed to helping all individuals live longer,healthier lives; and WHEREAS, the older adults in Eagle County have made countless contributions and sacrifices to ensure a better life for future generations; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners recognizes the value of injury prevention and safety awareness in helping older adults remain healthy and active; and WHEREAS, our community can provide opportunities to enrich the lives of individuals young and old by(i) emphasizing the need to take action to safeguard themselves from unintentional injuries where they live, work and socialize; (ii)providing information on avoiding leading causes of injury for older adults—falls, motor vehicle-related incidents,medication overdose, fires/burns; and (iii) helping older adults take control of their safety and wellbeing. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners hereby recognizes May 2014, as Older American's Month, and urges every resident to take time this month to recognize older adults and the people who serve and support them as powerful and vital individuals who greatly contribute to the community. [rest of page intentionally left blank] - MOVED, READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, at its regular meeting held the (o day of May, 2014. COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO, by and Through Its ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY VALE n_ IP o4 dm mk. COMMIS %i 711/0 1 . ..' tit et * By: _,v Teak J. Simonton catoaw,o Jilli.r'' . Ryan, Chairman Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners javan.„ Sara J. Fisher Corn"issioner LL / 1(6_4 jn,„,,, Kathy C ti dler- Henry Commissioner Commissioner $14014_ seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll having been called, the vote was as follows: Commissioner Ryan ,� y Commissioner Fisher Commissioner Chandler-Henry 11-1,, zJ This Resolution passed by 0 vote of the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado.