Okaloosa County BOCC — June 2, 2015 — BEACH SAFETY WEEK PROCLAMATION 2015

PROCLAMATION TO DESIGNATE THE WEEK OF JUNE 7-14, 2015, AS NATIONAL BEACH SAFETY & RIP CURRENT AWARENESS WEEK WHEREAS, the beautiful coastal and inland beaches of Okaloosa County represent a world renowned recreational resource; and, WHEREAS, the residents and visitors of Okaloosa County are drawn to these beaches by the millions each year for water and beach activities; and, WHEREAS, the aquatic environment has dangers, particularly rip currents, that can be effectively managed through public awareness and the vigilance of professional lifeguards; and, WHEREAS, for reasons of public safety, an annual reminder of the joys and hazards associated with the aquatic environment are appropriate at the commencement of the busy summer beach season; and, WHEREAS, the residents and visitors of Okaloosa County must remember to Swim Near a Lifeguard, Learn to Swim, Swim with a Buddy, Check with the Lifeguards, Use Sunscreen and Drink Water, Obey Posted Signs and Flags, Keep the Beach and Water Clean, Learn Rip Current Safety, Enter Water Feet First, and Wear a Life Jacket; NOW, THEREFORE, the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners in recognition of this event do hereby proclaim June 7-14, 2015, as: NATIONAL BEACH SAFETY & RIP CURRENT AWARENESS WEEK in Okaloosa County, and urge all residents using our beaches to enjoy themselves at the beach this year, while taking appropriate measures to protect themselves and their children. DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of June, 2015. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA _______________________________________ Nathan D. Boyles, Chairman ATTEST: CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT ___________________________ JD Peacock II