Backup Documents 03/28/2023 Item # 4B 4B
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Minto US OPEN Pickleball Championships Powered by
Margaritaville will be held in Collier County April 16 - 22, 2023, for
the seventh year; and
WHEREAS, the Minto US OPEN Pickleball Championships attract more than
3,000 players and more than 30,000 spectators, making Collier
County the Pickleball Capital of the World: and
WHEREAS, the economic impact to Collier County exceeds $10 million with more
than 4,800 paid room nights; 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 16 - 23, 2023, be designated as
PICKLEBALL WEEK IN COLLIER COUNTY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 28th Day of March 2023.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
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RICK LOCA TRO, CHAIRMAN