Backup Documents 03/13/2018 Item # 4C C
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Collier County Fair & Exposition, Inc., a private, not-for-profit organization,
has held an annual County Fair since 1976 embodying a mix of agriculture,
education, food, entertainment and fun; and,
WHEREAS, this year's Collier County Fair runs from March 15 through March 25 at the
Collier County Fairgrounds; and,
WHEREAS, with an annual attendance of more than 75,000, the Collier County Fair invites
everyone to share in the rural lifestyle experiences and community spirit, and
help support our community and the youth of Collier County; and,
WHEREAS, the Collier County Fair empowers youth to reach their full potential through
collaboration with partners and adult mentors in an environment in which youth
and adults learn, grow and work together as catalysts for positive change;
and,
WHEREAS, through the fair's Making Life Fair Fund and its annual auction held during the
fair, financial support is raised for dozens of local organizations and families
suffering hardships; and,
WHEREAS, the Collier County Fair allows Collier County Fair & Exposition, Inc., to
produce multiple world-class, community based events throughout the year,
including the Country Jam Florida Music Festival, Big Swamp Smoke-Off BBQ
Competition & Craft Beer Festival, and the Haunted "Gross" House.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida, that March 15 through 25, 2018, be recognized as
42nd ANNIVERSARY OF THE COLLIER COUNTY FAIR
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 13th Day of March 2018.
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