WHEREAS, in 1960, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed that National Public Works Week would serve as an annual reminder of the value of the contribution of public works’ professionals in all of our lives; and

WHEREAS, public works professionals have been participating in events and activities to increase public awareness and appreciation of the profession since that time; and

WHEREAS, the Big Bend Branch of the American Public Works Association is sponsoring the tenth annual "Road-e-o" at Tom Brown Park on May 17^th, to promote and recognize our public works professionals; and

WHEREAS, the health, safety and comfort of our community greatly depends on the services they provide to our community; and

WHEREAS, the efficient operation of public works’ services and systems such as streets and highways, parks and boat landings, engineering, stormwater, drainage, fleet management, animal control, mosquito control and solid waste collection and disposal need the support of Leon County citizens; and

WHEREAS, this year marks the 110th Anniversary of Public Works, an occasion to celebrate and appreciate all the work these professionals do to improve the quality of life in Leon County.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LEON COUNTY, FLORIDA that the week of May 15-21, 2005, be known as

in Leon County, and the Board further encourages all citizens to recognize and support the skill, sacrifice and dedication of Leon County Public Works employees.

DATED this 12^th Day of April, A.D. 2005