Backup Documents 12/09/2025 Item # 4B n
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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., spoke passionately
of his dream of an America where all citizens would be judged by the content of their
character and not by the color of their skin; where all Americans would enjoy the riches of
freedom and the security of justice; where the doors of opportunity would be open for all;
and
WHEREAS, the celebration of Dr. King's birthday on January 15th is intended as a time for all
Americans to reaffirm their commitment to the basic principles that underlie our
Declaration of Independence and our Constitution. . . equality and justice for all; and
WHEREAS, on Monday, January 19, 2026, all people of Collier County will remember Dr. King's
dream and renew our commitment to bringing forth positive change throughout our nation;
and
WHEREAS, the Collier County Branch of the NAACP will help us all to remember Dr. King's dream
by presenting the 29th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, themed
"Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous
struggle: Dr. King's Legacy of Inclusion and Diversity"
NOW THEREFORE,be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County,Florida,
that Monday, January 19, 2026,be designated as a day to remember and celebrate
REV.DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.'S DREAM DAY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 9th Day of December 2025.
Board of County Commissioners
Col 'er Coun ,Fl a
Burt L. Saunders, Chairman