HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024 04 11 - Arbor DayOFFICE OF THE MAYOR
WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, in 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of
Agriculture that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees, and, and
WHEREAS, this holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of
more than a million trees in Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world; and
WHEREAS, trees can reduce the erosion of our precious topsoil by wind and
water, cut heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air,
produce life-giving oxygen, and provide habitat for wildlife; and
WHEREAS, trees in our city increase property values, enhance the economic
vitality of business areas, and beautify our community.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Kevin McCann, MayoroftheCityofWinterSprings, Florida
do hereby Proclaim April 26, 2024 as
in the City of Winter Springs and encourage all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day and to support
efforts to protect our trees and woodlands. Further, I urge all citizens to plant trees and promote
the well-being of this and future generations.
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KEVIN McCANN, MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
Kevin McCann
Mayor
Matt Benton Victoria Bruce Ted Johnson Cade Resnick
Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner
Rob Elliott
Commissioner