07_2026 Parks and Rec Month

Proclamation

NATIONAL PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH
JULY 2026

WHEREAS; Parks and Recreation encourages physical activities by providing
space for sports, hiking trails, swimming pools and other activities
that promote active lifestyles; and

WHEREAS; Parks and Recreation is a leading provider of healthy meals,
nutrition services and education; and

WHEREAS; Parks and Recreation programs are fundamental to the
environmental and social well-being of our community; and

WHEREAS; The U.S. House of Representatives has designated July as Parks
and Recreation Month; and

WHEREAS; Apache Junction recognizes the benefits derived from Parks and
Recreation resources.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Walter “Chip” Wilson, Mayor of the City of Apache Junction,
Arizona, do hereby proclaim July as

NATIONAL PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH

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Signed and attested to this - __/ day of ai] & [ : j 2026.

Walter “Chip” Wilson

Mayor
ATTEST:
Evie McKinney

City Clerk