PROCLAMATION OF APRIL AS EARTH MONTH

RESOLUTION NO. _____ - 15

PROCLAMATION OF APRIL AS EARTH MONTH

WHEREAS, Sauk County has been participating and promoting an annual Earth Day event since 2000; and

WHEREAS, Sauk County is rich in natural resources, plant diversity, wildlife, and natural beauty; and

WHEREAS, Sauk County has a history of protecting our resources with strong soil, water, wetland, forestry, and prairie conservation programs; and

WHEREAS, Sauk County is home to many businesses, organizations, and activities that support the environment and conservation; and

WHEREAS, this year’s Earth Day event will focus on water, and Sauk County has unique water resources including 212 water bodies; and

WHEREAS, Earth Day is a day set aside to recognize the businesses and organizations that provide year-long efforts in conservation, sustainability, diversity, protection and education; and

WHEREAS, Earth Day is in April and this April is the perfect month and opportunity for citizens to set aside time to participate in environmental programs, events, and volunteer activities and to be aware of the many conservation programs and needs in our community,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Sauk County recognize the month of April as Earth Month and encourage residents to participate in activities, events, and programs to educate, promote, enhance, protect, and conserve natural resources for the future of Sauk County.

Resolution No. _____-15

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For consideration by the Sauk County Board of Supervisors on March 17, 2015.

Respectfully submitted,

CONSERVATION, PLANNING AND ZONING COMMITTEE

NATURAL BEAUTY COUNCIL