HomeMy Public PortalAbout04/2009 * Water Conservation MonthMAYOR'S PROCLAMATION
Town of Gulf Stream
Proclaiming April 2009
"WATER CONSERVATION MONTH"
WHEREAS, Florida's natural beauty, crystal blue waters and white sand beaches
attract residents and visitors from around the world; and
WHEREAS, clean and sustainable water resources are vital to Florida's
environment, economy and quality of life; and
WHEREAS, more than 90 percent of Florida's drinking water is supplied by
underlying aquifers, and our quality of life and the economy depend upon a clean
and healthy environment; and
WHEREAS, Floridians consume more than 7.9 billion gallons per day of fresh
water, and the future of Florida depends greatly upon the availability of water;
and
WHEREAS, South Florida residents consume 179 gallons per person, per day -the
highest water usage in the state; and
WHEREAS, the State of Florida, together with local partners, are investing
billions of dollars to develop alternative water supplies, clean up stormwater
pollution, restore rivers, lakes and springs, upgrade drinking water facilities and
improve wastewater treatment; and
WHEREAS, water conservation can cost as little as 6 cents to 72 cents per 1,000
gallons of water saved, while the cost of constructing alternative water supply
facilities can range from $5 to $7 per 1,000 gallons of water created; and
WHEREAS, all water users including commercial, industrial, agricultural,
institutional, hospitality, private citizens and others can make positive
contributions to reduce water use and protect Florida's water resources; and
WHEREAS, THE South Florida Mater Management District, is implementing a
Comprehensive Water Conservation Program to instill a lasting culture of
conservation in our communities; and
WHEREAS, the Governor and Cabinet of the State of Florida are designating
April as Florida's Water Conservation Month to encourage Floridians to conserve
the state's precious water resources;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by virtue of the authority vested in me as
Mayor of the Town of Gulf Stream I do hereby proclaim the month of April as
Water Conservation Month
(SEAL)
William . Koch, Jr.
Mayor