Proclamation: Senior Center Month PROCLAIMING SEPTEMBER 2018 AS
Senior Center M 1onth
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WHEREAS, older Americans are significant members of our communities, providing wisdom and
experience to help enrich the lives of younger generations; and
WHEREAS, the senior centers across Lewis County have acted as catalysts to mobilize the creativity,
energy,vitality and commitment of our older residents; and
WHEREAS,the senior centers empower Lewis County's senior citizens to contribute to their own health
and well-being—as well as the health and well-being of their fellow community members of all ages—
through a wide array of services, programs and activities; and
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WHEREAS, Lewis County's senior centers affirm the dignity, self-worth and independence of older
individuals by facilitating their decisions and actions; tapping their experiences,skills and knowledge;
and enabling their continued contributions to the community; and
WHEREAS,the senior centers across Lewis County provide opportunities for seniors to remain active,
stay healthy, continue learning, share experiences, and stay connected with friends and community
members.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of County Commissioners does hereby proclaim
September 2018 as Senior Center Month in Lewis County and calls upon all residents to recognize the
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tremendous contributions senior centers make within the county and to acknowledge the outstanding
efforts the staff members and volunteers make every day to enhance the well-being of our senior
citizens.
Done in open session this 24th day of September 2018. E
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BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Resolution: BOCC Meeting Date: Sep 24, 2018
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Notice
Proclaiming September 2018 as Senior Center Month.
Contact Clerk of the Board Phone: 3607401419
Department: Board of County Commissioners
Action Needed: Approve Resolution
Description
Proclaiming September 2018 as Senior Center Month.
Cover Letter To
Glenda Forga, glenda.forga @lewiscountyseniors.org