HomeMy Public PortalAbout2013-36 Proclaiming the last Friday in April as Arbor DayRESOLUTION NO. 2013-36
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING
THE LAST FRIDAY IN APRIL AS "ARBOR DAY";
PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Arbor Day has been an occasion for recognizing the value of trees and
woodlands to human welfare since 1872; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Key Biscayne (the "Village") recognizes the value of trees as
they contribute to our environment by cleaning the air, moderating the temperature, reducing heating
and cooling costs, providing shade and beauty; and
WHEREAS, Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world; and
WHEREAS, the Village has a tradition of supporting the planting, care and health of trees
throughout the community; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council finds that this Resolution is in the best interest and welfare
of the residents of the Village.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals Adopted. That each of the above stated recitals are hereby adopted,
confirmed and incorporated herein.
Section 2. Arbor Day Designated. That the Village Council hereby designates and
proclaims the last Friday of April as Arbor Day in the Village, which shall be recognized by public
activities, promotion, and preservation events every year on this day.
Section 3. Implementation. That the Village Manager is hereby authorized to take any
and all necessary action to implement the purposes of this Resolution.
Section 4. Effective Date. That this Resolution shall be effective immediately upon
adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of October, 201,3:
MAY i R FRANKL H. CAPLAN
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CHITA H. ALVAREZ, MMC, VILLAGE CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENC
VILLAGE ATTONt
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