Agenda 03/25/2025 Item # 4B (Proclamation designating March 2025 as American Red Cross Month in Collier County)PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, we celebrate American Red Cross month by recognizing the compassionate acts of people
in Collier County and by renewing the commitment to lend a helping hand to our neighbors
in need; and
WHEREAS, since Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross more than 140 years ago, and 108
years ago when a South Florida chapter was chartered, generation after generation has
stepped up to deliver relief and care across our community, bringing out the best of
humanity in times of crisis; and
WHEREAS, volunteers, advancing the noble mission, who give their time remain unwavering in their
commitment to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of today’s emergencies;
and
WHEREAS, whether it’s delivering shelter, food, and comfort during a disaster; supporting service
members, veterans and their families; saving lives with first aid, CPR, AED, and other
skills; or delivering international aid and reconnecting loved ones separated by global
crisis, volunteers selflessly answer the call to help; and
WHEREAS, we applaud the American Red Cross’ mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in
the face of emergencies. Our community depends on the American Red Cross, which relies
on volunteers and the generosity of the public to perform its mission;
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida,
that March 2025 be designated as
AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH IN COLLIER COUNTY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 25TH Day of March 2025.
Board of County Commissioners
Collier County, Florida
Burt L. Saunders, Chairman
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From:Aimee Trochessett
To:Aimee Trochessett
Subject:Commissioner Sponsor - AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH
Date:Tuesday, March 11, 2025 10:33:56 AM
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On March 4, 2025, Dennis Sanders walked into the BCC Offices to complete a Request for Proclamation
for AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH to be presented at the March 25, 2025, BCC Meeting. While he was
present in the BCC Offices, Commissioner Dan Kowal agreed to sponsor the proclamation. Mr. Sanders
had previously emailed proposed language for the proclamation.
Aimee Trochessett
Administrative Support Specialist II
Deputy County Manager
Office:239-252-8075
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 303
Naples, FL 34112
Aimee.Trochessett@colliercountyfl.gov
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