Backup Documents 09/13-14/2011 Item # 4Ct 4 C
PROCLAMA TION
WHEREAS, Cody Anderson was born in Connecticut on a day that is special to a//
patriotic Americans, the 4th of July, and in many ways the spirit of this
day has exemplified the way Cody Anderson has lived his life, and
through adversity has found strength and faith to help others, and,
WHEREAS, Severe injuries sustained in an assault have necessitated several surgeries
leaving Cody disabled and in constant pain and from this, he has found
the spirit and fortitude to devote himself to help others by extending
himself in charitable fund raising, highlighting many causes and providing a
focal point for others to contribute with a generosity that mirrored
Cody!; effort; and,
WHEREAS, Cody walked 45 miles in 17 hours from Nap /es City Mall to the Fort
Myers City Hall to pay tribute to the U. S. troops serving in Iraq and
Afghanistan; walked 4,800 miles pulling a covered wagon in support of the
American Heart Association; pedaled 7,800 miles across the United
States in a homemade space shuttle to honor the crew of the Challenger,
raising money for CARE, and,
WHEREAS, Part of this recognition should be shared with Homer Helfer and Dell
Ackerman, local residents and business owners who have provided constant
support for Cody's ongoing efforts and in particular to our soldiers.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida, that September 13, 2011 be designated as
COD ANDERSON DAY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 13th Day of September, 2011.
ATTEST.
OW 44E BROOK, CLERK
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA