Backup Documents 06/22/2010 Item # 4A4A
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, community corrections is an essential part of the justice system;
and
WHEREAS, community corrections professionals uphold the low with dignity,
while recognizing the right of the public to be safe guarded from
criminal activity; and
WHEREAS, community corrections professionals are responsible for
supervising adult and juvenile offenders in the community, and
WHEREAS, community corrections professionals are trained individuals who
provide services and referrals for offenders, and
WHEREAS, community corrections professionals work in partnership with
community agencies and groups, and
WHEREAS, community corrections professionals promote prevention,
intervention and advocacy; and,
WHEREAS, community corrections professionals provide services, support,
and protection for victims; and
WHEREAS, community corrections professionals advocate community and
restorative justice; and,
WHEREAS, community corrections professionals are a true Force for Positive
Ch_ in their communities.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of
Collier County, Florida, that Tuly 18, 2010 through July 24,
2010 be designated as
PROBATION, PAROLE AND COMMUNITY SUPERVISION WEEK
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 22nd Day of June, 2010.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA R
FRED COYLE,
iATTEST.•