HomeMy Public PortalAboutResolution No. 23-059 - Establishing Earth Day as an observed daySponsored By: Commissioner Williams
RESOLUTION NO. 23-059
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING EARTH DAY AS AN
OBSERVED DAY WITHIN THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, Earth Day is an annual event to take place in April 22 to demonstrate
support for environmental protection; and
WHEREAS, Earth Day honors the achievements of the environmental movement
and raises awareness of the need to protect Earth's natural resources for future
generations; and
WHEREAS, the City of Opa-locka desires that residents have an opportunity to
show love and appreciation for our precious environment and ecosystems; and
WHEREAS, the City of Opa-locka finds that it is in the best interests of the City to
recognize Earth Day as an observed day within the City of Opa-Locka with no financial
impact related to staffing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. RECITALS ADOPTED.
The recitals to the preamble herein are incorporated by reference.
SECTION 2. AUTHORIZATION
The City Commission of the City of Opa-Locka hereby establishes Earth Day as an
observed day within the City of Opa-Locka.
SECTION 3. SCRIVENER'S ERRORS. Sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or
re -lettered and corrections of typographical errors which do not affect the intent may be
authorized by the City Manager, following review by the City Attorney, without the need
for public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the City Clerk.
SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Resolution shall take effect upon the adoption and
is subject to the approval of the Governor pr Governor's Designee.
Resolution No. 23-059
PASSED and ADOPTED this 10th day of May, 2023.
ATTEST:
Jo a Flores, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
Burnadette Norris -Weeks, P.A.
CitkAttorney
Moved by: Commissioner Williams
Seconded by: Commissioner Bass
Commission Vote: 5-0
Commissioner Bass YES
Commissioner Kelley YES
Commissioner Williams YES
Vice Mayor Ervin YES
Mayor Taylor YES
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City of Opa-locka
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Darvin Williams
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05.10.2023
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Short Title:
A resolution of the City Commission directing the Interim City Manager to establish Earth Day as an observed
City holiday.
Staff Summary:
Earth Day is a global event to raise awareness and action for the environment. The City's objective is to actively
participate in Earth Day by providing resources to educate the community on all the activities that can be
undertaken to reduce global warming, limit other destructive activities and promote recycling citywide.
Observation of this day is significant to the City and the community.
Financial Impact - There is no material financial impact associated with this item.
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