Agenda 06/24/2025 Item # 4A (Proclamation Honoring America's 250th Anniversary on July 4, 2026, and recognition of DAR monument donation. To be accepted by Candice Sebring-Keller, representing the Naples-on- the-Gulf Chapter of the DAR)PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, July 4, 2026, marks the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of
Independence, a defining moment in world history when the thirteen American colonies
united in the pursuit of liberty, self-governance, and the ideals of democracy; and
WHEREAS, the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), founded in 1890, committed to historic
preservation, education, and patriotism, proudly carry forward the legacy of their ancestors,
whose courage and sacrifice helped to make American independence possible; and
WHEREAS, the members of the Naples-on-the-Gulf Chapter of the DAR in Collier County promote
civic responsibility, preserve local history, honor veterans, and foster a deep appreciation
for the American story among current and future generations; and
WHEREAS, the Naples-on-the-Gulf Chapter of the DAR joins chapters across the country in
celebrating this Semiquincentennial year find it proper to donate, install, and maintain a
permanent commemorative monument at the county government complex or park to serve
not only as a marker of national remembrance but also as an educational inspiration to
future generations, instilling pride in our shared heritage and gratitude for the sacrifices of
the Revolutionary War Patriots who secured our freedoms;
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida,
that the men and women who fought to achieve American independence, believing in the
noble cause of liberty to forge a new nation, be fully appreciated and the monument be
recognized as a lasting tribute and reminder of their sacrifice and patriotism in recognition
of the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America.
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 24th 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: __Commissioner Chris Hall __________________
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: Daughters of the American Revolution, Naples-On-The-Gulf Chapter
ADDRESS: 435 Bayside Ave, Naples, FL 34108
PHONE: 239-248-1764 (Candice Sebring-Kelber) and 201-572-9390 (Pamala Cleaveland mobile)
EMAIL: csebringkelber@icloud.com (Candice Sebring-Kelber) and pcleavel@aol.com (Pamala Cleaveland)
DATE OF THE COMMISSION MEETING BEING REQUESTED FOR PRESENTATION: June 24, 2025
TOPIC/REASON FOR THE PROCLAMATION REQUEST: Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary on July 4, 2026 and
Recognition of DAR Monument Donation to Collier County
DOES THIS PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZE A SPECIFIC CALENDAR DATE? July 4, 2026 _
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: _Candice Sebring-Keller______________________________________________
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)REVISED 2/2023
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From:Louise Jarvis
To:Aimee Trochessett
Cc:Geoffrey Willig
Subject:RE: DRAFT - DAR Proclamation Request Form and Proclamation
Date:Friday, June 6, 2025 9:47:26 AM
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Commissioner Hall did say he would sponsor the Proclamation. Since the Short Form Agreement will occur later, any issues
surrounding the monument will be cleared up then.
Thank you,
Louise Jarvis, Executive Coordinator
Commissioner Chris Hall, District 2
Collier County Board of County Commissioners
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 303
Naples, FL 34112
Phone: 239-252-8602
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