Backup Documents 11/14/2017 Item # 4E 4
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, On September 5, 2017, our teamwork as Collier County employees was
put to the test as the Governor declared all of Florida in a State of
Emergency with Collier County Hurricane Irma's mainland target; and,
WHEREAS, with extraordinary dedication, Collier County employees placed duty
above personal matters exemplifying their professionalism in every
department and division; serving when and wherever needed; and,
WHEREAS, during mandatory evacuations, hurricane force winds, and encroaching
storm surge, Collier County employees acted with courage and stamina
day and night to safeguard the County; and,
WHEREAS, following the storm, with damaged homes, fuel shortages, power
outages and compromised cell phone capabilities, employees stayed
focused on clearing roads, restoring utilities, and keeping in
communication with frightened citizens around the clock; and,
WHEREAS, a grateful community is emerging from the trauma and destruction
with renewed appreciation for the role County Government plays in
their lives; and,
WHEREAS, with great pride, the County Manager and the Department Heads
extend their heartfelt thanks for these outstanding efforts in
supporting and protecting our neighbors, their property and their
businesses during Hurricane Irma.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of
Collier County, Florida, that November 16, 2017, be designated as
COLLIER COUNTY EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 14th Day of November 2017.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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