HomeMy Public PortalAbout04/2008 * Water Conservation MonthMAYOR'S PROCLAMATION
Town of Gulf Stream
Proclaiming April 2008
"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, 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, 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 Water Management District, in collaboration and
coordination with local governments, utilities, businesses, agriculture,
environmental organizations, recreational, sports and lodging facilities and other
parties with an interest in water use are developing a comprehensive and long-
term water conservation program for South Florida 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
(SEAL)
Water Conservation Month
'William F. Koch, Jr.
Mayor