Agenda 06/10/2025 Item # 4A (Proclamation - Public Service Contributions to Delta Alpha Epsilon Zeta/Zeta Beta Sorority, Inc.)PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Delta Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was
chartered in Collier County, Florida on August 20, 2021; and
WHEREAS, since its establishment, the Delta Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter has worked diligently to
serve and uplift the residents of Collier County, particularly in the Naples area; and
WHEREAS, the Chapter promotes public service through its signature initiative, Zetas Helping Other
People Excel (Z-HOPE), which is designed to empower and improve communities; and
WHEREAS, from its founding on January 16, 1920, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated has
maintained a steadfast commitment to addressing community needs through service,
education, and civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated has a proud tradition of awarding scholarships to
deserving students in Collier County, thereby supporting academic excellence and
opportunity; and
WHEREAS, the Delta Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter actively collaborates with numerous local service
and philanthropic organizations to broaden its impact; and
WHEREAS, the Chapter faithfully serves the communities within Collier County through outreach,
advocacy, and volunteerism; and
WHEREAS, the Chapter is hosting its inaugural Finer En Blanc Gala on June 14, 2025, a signature
event dedicated to raising funds and providing essential resources for families and children
throughout the county; and
WHEREAS, the Delta Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter continues to uphold the founding principles of Zeta
Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated: Service, Scholarship, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County,
Florida, that the
Delta Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, is hereby recognized for
its public service contributions, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Collier County
residents.
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 10th day of June 2025.
Board of County Commissioners
Collier County, Florida
Burt L. Saunders, Chairman
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COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR
PROCLAMATION
Please complete the form below and email to Proclamations@colliercountyfl.gov along with a draft of the
proclamation (Insert language on the Draft Proclamation From linked on the same webpage as this
Request Form). Forms must be submitted a minimum of 13 days prior to the requested meeting date.
Please note: A Commissioner sponsor is required!
COMMISSIONER(S) AGREEING TO SPONSOR: ____Rick Locastro
__________________________________________________
Once the Board agenda is approved by the Chair, staff will contact you to confirm receipt and presentation
at an upcoming Board of County Commissioners meeting. If you have any questions, please email
Proclamations@colliercountyfl.gov or by calling (239) 252-8075.
NAME: Debora Pollock
ADDRESS: 2921 Diplomat Parkway W, Cape Coral, FL 33993
PHONE: 301-908-1487
EMAIL: deborapollock@gmail.com
DATE OF THE COMMISSION MEETING BEING REQUESTED FOR PRESENTATION: May 27, 2025
TOPIC/REASON FOR THE PROCLAMATION REQUEST: public service and college scholarship program, This is
the inaugural fundraising gala
DOES THIS PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZE A SPECIFIC CALENDAR DATE? June 14, 2025 _ HAS THE PROCLAMATION BEEN PRESENTED BY THE BOARD IN PREVIOUS YEARS? no
NAME OF THE LEAD RECIPIENT AND TITLE (IF APPLICABLE) WHO WILL BE PRESENT AND INTRODUCED AT
THE MEETING TO ACCEPT THE PROCLAMATION: (Other attendees may also participate in the receipt of the
Proclamation but will be announced by the County Manager as “distinguished guests.” Commissioners may
opt to identify others, by name, in any comments they make during or after the presentation of the
Proclamation.)
LEAD RECIPIENT NAME: Debora Pollock, Z-HOPE Coordinator (Zetas Helping Other People Excel)
_______________________________________________________
Note: A photograph will be taken with the County Commissioners at the meeting when the proclamation is
presented. Other persons present with the recipients may also come forward at the time of the
photograph. Would you like a copy of this photograph sent (circle one): Via email / Via U.S. Mail
Per your delivery selection, please provide a name and email address or physical mailing address if different
than already provided on the form above:
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY:
DATE FORM RECEIVED: RECEIVED BY:
ACCEPTED: DENIED: REASON FOR DENIAL:
APPLICANT NOTIFIED ON (DATE): VIA TELEPHONE / EMAIL / US MAIL
BY: (SIGNATURE)
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From:Aixa Capizzi
To:Geoffrey Willig
Cc:Aimee Trochessett
Subject:RE: Agenda Item ID: 2025-1911 - Proclamation recognizing the Delta Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Date:Friday, May 30, 2025 9:08:15 AM
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Hello Geoff,
Commissioner LoCastro will sponsor the proclamation since it has been approved. However, what is mean by “the
process has occurred in reverse of the usual proclamation process”? Usually, emails are sent to the Commissioner’s
office requesting proclamations but we refer them to the “Request for Proclamation” website as well as the dedicated
email address for vetting: Proclamations@colliercountyfl.gov . Additionally, I include Aimee for her awareness. Just
want clarification… thank you.
Best regards,
Aixa Capizzi, MAA, MFCEP
Commissioner Executive Assistant
Board of County Commissioners
3299 Tamiami Trl E, Suite 303
Naples FL 34112
Office: (239) 252-8601
Web: https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/
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