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Proclamation In Recognition Of Paralyzed Veterans Of America Awareness Month - April 2016.
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Staff Recommends: Presentation of Proclamation.
Explanation:
The month of April 2016, has been designated as Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month. The Paralyzed Veterans Association of Florida, Inc. was founded in Miami in September 1956, and encompasses Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Martin Counties. In 1984, the Paralyzed Veterans of America set aside a week to raise awareness for issues of importance to paralyzed veterans and all individuals with disabilities. In 2011, The Paralyzed Veterans of Florida, Inc. extended awareness for the entire month of April.
It is important to recognize the many sacrifices made by veterans. A proclamation in honor of the Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month will be presented at the April 6, 2016, City Commission Meeting. Mike Foster, Executive Director, Paralyzed Veterans Association of Florida, Inc. will accept the proclamation.
Recommended for inclusion on the agenda by:
Peter Bober, Mayor