Backup Documents 03/23/2021 Item #16H2 16H2
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Minto US OPEN Pickleball Championships Powered by
Margaritaville will be held in Collier County April 17 - 24, 2021 for
the fifth year; and
WHEREAS, the Minto US OPEN Pickleball Championships attract more than
2,200 players and more than 5,000 spectators, making Collier
County the Pickleball Capital of the World; and
WHEREAS, the economic impact to Collier County exceeds $5 million with more
than 3,000 hotel room nights booked; and
WHEREAS, there are an estimated 20,000 players in Collier County; and
WHEREAS, the Minto US OPEN Pickleball Championships work closely with
Kiwanis supporting children in Collier County; and
WHEREAS, the sport of pickleball promotes active, healthy lifestyles for our
seniors, youth, and everyone in between providing a fun way to stay
fit and active;
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of
Collier County, Florida, that April 17 - 24, 2021 be designated as
PICKLEBALL WEEK IN COLLIER COUNTY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 23rd Day of March 2021.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
PENNY AYLO HAIRMAN