Recognizing October 2019 as Disability Employment Awareness Month BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF: RESOLUTION NO. XX-XXX
PROCLAMATION TO DECLARE OCTOBER 2019 AS
DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, in 1988, Congress declared the month of October as National Disability
Employment Awareness Month to recognize the contributions made by individuals with
disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Lewis County is committed to breaking down barriers and providing
resources and training for residents who live with a disability so that they can access
employment and achieve success in the work place, and
WHEREAS, the importance of inclusion and diversity in our workforce creates
opportunity for growth and improvement and helps toward building a stronger economy
for our County, and
WHEREAS, our residents with disabilities deserve the right to live independently, enjoy
self-determination, and be treated equally in the workplace
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Lewis County Board of County
Commissioners does hereby proclaim the month of October 2019 as
DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH
in Lewis County to increase awareness of the benefits of employment and inclusion for
people of all abilities
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 14th day of October, 2019.
APPROVED AS TO FORM• BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Jonathan Meyer, Prosecuting Attorney LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Amber Caulfield Absent
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Clerk of the Lewis County Board of
County Commissioners
BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
PROCLAMATION
Declaring October 2019 as Disability Employment Awareness Month
WHEREAS, in 1988, Congress declared the month of October as National
Disability Employment Awareness Month to recognize the contributions made by
individuals with disabilities, AND
WHEREAS, Lewis County is committed to breaking down barriers and providing
resources and training for residents who live with a disability so that they can access
employment and achieve success in the work place, AND
WHEREAS, the importance of inclusion and diversity in our workforce creates
opportunity for growth and improvement and helps toward building a stronger economy
for our County, AND
WHEREAS, our residents with disabilities deserve the right to live independently,
enjoy self-determination, and be treated equally in the workplace.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lewis County Board of County
Commissioners does hereby proclaim the month of October 2019 as
DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH
in Lewis County to increase awareness of the benefits of employment and
inclusion for people of all abilities
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this /2- day of October, 2019
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
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Resolution: BOCC Meeting Date:
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Proclamation
Proclamation to Declare October 2019 as Disability Employment Awareness Month
Contact: Sandi Andrus Phone: 2787
Department: PHSS - Public Health & Social Services
Description:
Declaring October 2019 as Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Lewis County Public Health & Social Services partners with state agencies and local service
providers to assist individuals who experience disabilities to find and maintain employment. We
believe that each person, regardless of ability, deserves an opportunity to achieve their goals and
find success.
October is nationally recognized as Disability Employment Awareness Month To celebrate diversity
and affirm our commitment to an inclusive community, Lewis County declares October 2019 as
6.Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Approvals: Publication Requirements:
Hearing Date: Oct 9, 2019
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