HomeMy Public PortalAbout05/2004 * Civility MonthMAYOR'S PROCLAMATION
Proclaiming May 2004
"'CIVILITY MONTH"
WHEREAS, the open exchange of public discourse is essential
to the democratic system of government; and
WHEREAS, as a cornerstone of democracy Americans have observed
certain rules of behavior known as civility; and
WHEREAS, civility, derived from the Latin words "civitas" meaning
city and "civis" meaning citizen, is behavior worthy of citizens living
in a community or in common with others; and
WHEREAS, displays of anger, rudeness, ridicule, impatience, and a
lack of respect and personal attacks detract from the open exchange of
ideas, prevent fair discussion of the issues, and can discourage
individuals from participation in government; and
WHEREAS, civility can assist in reaching consensus on diverse
issues and allow for mutually respectful ongoing relationships; and
WHEREAS, civility can uplift our daily life and make it more
pleasant to live in an organized society; and
WHEREAS, the Town, County and Local Government Law Section of
the Florida Bar urges the adoption of a pledge of civility by all
citizens in the State of Florida.
NOW, THEREFORE, I William F. Koch, Jr., Mayor of the Town of Gulf
Stream, Florida do hereby proclaim May 2004 as
"CIVILITY MONTH"
in the Town of Gulf Stream, Florida, and calls upon all citizens to
exercise civility toward each other.
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CHAIR:
Kenneth W. Buchman
P.O. Box 5
Plant City, FL 33564
(813) 659 -4242
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CHAIR-ELECP.
Craig H. Collar
111 NW tat St., Ste. 2810
Miami, FL 33128
(305)375.5151
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Kathryn Kaye Collie
201 S. Rosalind Ave., FL. 4
Orlando, FL 32801
(407) 836 -5690
kaye.collie@occompt.com
IMMEDIATEPASTCHAIR.
Thomas Pelham
PO. Box 11240
Tallahassee, FL32302 -3240
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BOARDUAISON.,
Gwynne Alice Young
(813) 223 -7000
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EXECUIIVECOUNCIL:
Terms Expiring 2004:
District 1
Can L. Roth
Tallahassee
(B50) 224 -2608
District 2
Mary Helen Campbell
Tampa
(813) 272 -5670
Terms Expiring2005:
District 3
Liz Hernandez
Miami
(305) 460 -5218
District 5
Vivian Monaco
Orlando
(407) B36 -7320
Teens Expiring2006.
District 4
Susan L. Trevarthen
Ft. Lauderdale
(954)763.4242
Terms Expiring2004
At -Large Members:
Emeline C. Acton
Tampa
(813) 272 -5670
Grant Alley
Ft. Myers
(239) 332 -6709
James L. Bennett
Clearwater
(727) 464.3354
Edward A. Dion
Fort Lauderdale
(954) 357 -7600
Howard Lenard
M ami
(305)948.2939
Karl Sanders
Jacksonville
(904) 633 -7979
Ex- ORiclo Members:
All Past Chairs
SECT iONADMINIS MATOR.
Carol J. Kirkland
The Florida Bar
ckirkland@flabar.org
March 11, 2004
Mayor William F. Koch, Jr.
100 Sea Rd.
Gulf Stream, FL 33483 -7427
Re: Proclamation and Pledge of Civility in the Month of May
Dear Mayor Koch, Jr.:
Please join with other cities and counties in the State of Florida to proclaim
May as Civility Month. Like last year, we have expanded our program to
include Florida's district school boards.
We hope that the pledge of civility will uplift the tone and conduct in your
meetings. Civility uplifts our common life, and invites citizens to
participate in their government. The art of civility requires constant
application everyday.
The attorneys of the City, County and Local Government Law Section of
The Florida Bar ask you to renew the pledge of public conduct. A sample
proclamation is enclosed for your use. We urge all citizens to exercise
civility toward each other throughout the year.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
Sincerely,
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Kenneth W. Buchman
Chair
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PROCLAMqTION
Whereas, the open exchange of public discourse is essential to the democratic system of
government; and
W4ereas, as a cornerstone of democracy Americans have observed certain rules of behavior
generally known as civility;
Whereas, civility, derived from the Latin words "civitas" meaning city and "civis" meaning
citizen, is behavior worthy of citizens living in a community or in common with others; and
Whereas, displays of anger, rudeness, ridicule, impatience, and a lack of respect and personal
attacks detract from the open exchange of ideas, prevent fair discussion of the issues, and can discourage
individuals from participation in government; and
WhereaS, civility can assist in reaching consensus on diverse issues and allow for mutually
respectful ongoing relationships; and
Whereas, civility can uplift our daily life and make it more pleasant to live in an organized
society; and
W&rWS, the City, County and Local Government Law Section of The Florida Bar urges the
adoption of a pledge of civility by all citizens in the State of Florida.
Now, therefore, be It resolved by the City Commission of the City of
that the month of May is proclaimed as Civility Month, and calls
upon all citizens to exercise civility toward each other.
Passed and adoptedthis dayof
ATTEST:
CLERK