Agenda 09/24/2024 Item # 4B (Proclamation recognizing 25 years of service and achievements of the Collier County Adult Felony Drug Court)PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Honorable William L. Blackwell founded the Collier County Adult Felony Drug Court
in 1999, and
WHEREAS, it is the mission of our Drug Court to save and change the lives of individuals with severe
substance use disorders, through evidence-based treatment and personal accountability, and
WHEREAS, the achievement of recovery by our clients improves their lives, improves the lives of their
children and families, and improves the lives of all in our community, and
WHEREAS, over 300 men and women in Collier County are alumni of this program, living productive
lives, raising families, working and even owning businesses in Collier County, and
WHEREAS, Collier County wishes to congratulate its Drug Court on 25 years of treatment,
accountability, and recovery, and
WHEREAS, all members of the community are encouraged to support the positive efforts of Drug Court
and its clients whenever possible;
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida,
that the Board offers its sincere congratulations to the team, clients, alumni, and
community partners of the Collier County Adult Felony Drug Court on the milestone of 25
years in service, and offers its support for the next 25 years, and beyond;
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 24th Day of September 2024.
Board of County Commissioners
Collier County, Florida
Chris Hall, Chairman
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