HomeMy WebLinkAboutR06-052 - honoring older americans of eagle county
Commissioner moved adoption
of Resolution:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado
(hereinafter "the Board"), wishes to acknowledge that Eagle County is home to more than 2000
citizens aged 60 years or older; and
WHEREAS, the older Americans of Eagle County laid the foundation for the county, state and
nation that we enjoy today; and
WHEREAS, Eagle County's older citizens through their vocations, avocations, volunteerism, and
active promotion of community wellbeing are redefining the experience of aging; and
WHEREAS, Eagle County appreciates and recognizes the contributions of our older citizens,
seeks to understand and address their evolving needs and support their caregivers; and
\VHEREAS, our society is founded on intergenerational cooperation, and benefits from our
collective efforts to bridge generations; and
WHEREAS, this year's Older American's Month theme, "Choices for Independence," reflects
the importance of our citizens making retirement, lifestyle, and health choices that enhance their
quality of life as they grow older;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF THE COUNTY OF EAGLE, STAT:/? OF COLORADO:
That the month of May, 2006 be designated Older Americans Month in Eagle
County
THAT, the Board hereby finds, determines and declares that this Resolution is necessary for the
public health, safety and welfare of the residents of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
MOVED, READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County of
Eagle, State of Colorado, at its regular meeting held the 16th day of May, 2006.
COlJNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO,
By and Through Its
ATTEST: OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Peter F. Runyon
Commissioner and Chairman
Am M. Menconi
Commissioner
Commissioner seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll
having been vote was as follows:
Commissioner Runyon
Commissioner Stone
Commissioner Menconi
This Resolution passed by !J-Io vote of the Board of County Commissioners of the County
of Eagle, State of Colorado. I