NATIONAL SERVICE 2016(3).DOC

Maricopa County — Formal (2016-04-06)

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Maricopa County
PROCLAMATION
National Service Recognition - April 2016
WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we
meet our challenges; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation for National & Community Service was established to connect
Americans of all ages and backgrounds with opportunities to give back to their
communities; and
WHEREAS, National Service represents a unique public-private partnership that invests in
community solutions to increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and
WHEREAS, National Service participants of all ages address the most pressing challenges
facing communities locally and throughout the world; and
WHEREAS, National Service participants serve in more than 60,000 locations across the
country and have served in 139 countries worldwide; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation for National and Community Service is joining with the National
Association of Counties and county executives across the country to recognize these
volunteers who provide health, education and support services; and
WHEREAS, Employers of National Service participants connect this dedicated, highly qualified
and mission-oriented pool of potential employees with employment opportunities to
capitalize on the unique skills that participants develop during national service;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors does
hereby recognize National Service participants and endeavors to be an Employer of
National Service to recognize the positive impact of these individuals in our county and to
thank those who serve.
DATED this ___ Day of ____________, 2016. _________________________________
Clint Hickman, Chairman, District 4
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Denny Barney, Supervisor, District 1
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Steve Chucri, Supervisor, District 2
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Andrew Kunasek, Supervisor, District 3
ATTEST:
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_____________________________ Steve Gallardo, Supervisor, District 5
Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board