The Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, serving residents since April 21, 1974, has reached a significant historical milestone as it commemorates the 50th anniversary of library service; and
Whereas, the Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library is named after Paul Laurence Dunbar, an American poet, novelist and short story writer, and Jupiter Hammon, the first African American poet to be published in the United States; and
Whereas, the library features the area’s largest collection of African American literature and materials focusing on African-American culture and history; and
Whereas, the library has served the community in its present location since 1996, flourishing and growing to 10,000 square feet, housing a collection of more than 21,000 items, and offering the community meeting space and access to public computers; and
Whereas, the Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library is dedicated to improving opportunities for children, families, and all residents of the Dunbar Community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Board of County Commissioners of Lee County, Florida does hereby commemorate this milestone, and we invite Lee County citizens and visitors to participate in the event planned in honor of the Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library’s 50th anniversary on Saturday, April 20, 2024, and visit this impactful community library.
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April is International Autism Acceptance Month, a time when our nation reflects on the unique skills individuals with autism spectrum disorder share with our community; and
WHEREAS, Family Initiative is instrumental in serving children, adolescents, and young adults on the autism spectrum through support programs, clinical services, education, and advocacy. This work is done in collaboration with the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, the Department of Children and Families, and the Agency of Health Care Administration; and
WHEREAS, Family Initiative proudly offers these services throughout Southwest Florida with the support of the Collaboratory and the United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee Counties; and
WHEREAS, Family Initiative reports serving over 2,600 unique families throughout Southwest Florida each year and continues to grow to meet the needs of the autism community; and
WHEREAS, it is critical that we provide individuals on the autism spectrum access to the resources and opportunities they need to reach their full potential and assist them in being successful in all environments; and
WHEREAS, each year in April Family Initiative hosts numerous county wide events to recognize and support individuals on the autism spectrum throughout our community, along with the invaluable business, philanthropic, and community stakeholders who support our mission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of County Commissioners of Lee County, Florida, does hereby proclaim April 2024 as AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH in Lee County.
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The Gopher Tortoise has been living on the earth for 500,000 to 2 million years; and
Whereas, the Gopher Tortoise is currently listed as a threatened species in the State of Florida, and in parts of the United States they are federally listed as threatened; and
Whereas, the Gopher Tortoise is considered a keystone species, due to the protection their burrows provide to more than 350 other species, some of which are also listed as threatened; and
Whereas, a thriving population of Gopher Tortoises in our region helps to sustain the area's ecology and provide our citizens with a source of joy and appreciation for nature; and
Whereas, recent efforts by the State of Florida are underway to help ensure that gopher tortoises are restored with secure, viable populations throughout their range in Florida.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Board of County Commissioners of Lee County, Florida hereby proclaims April 10, 2024 as GOPHER TORTOISE DAY in Lee County and encourages all citizens to raise their awareness of the guidelines and conservation measures in place to help protect this species.
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