Proclamation
parks and recreation programs are an integral part of promoting health and wellness in communities throughout the country, including Manhattan Beach; and
the Parks and Recreation Department has been providing programs and services to the residents of Manhattan Beach since 1941; and
our parks and recreation are vitally important to establishing and maintaining the quality of life in our communities, ensuring the health of all citizens, and contributing to the economic and environmental well-being of our community and region; and
residents value recreation as it provides positive alternatives for children and youth to reduce crime and mischief especially during non -school hours; it promotes the arts, it increases social connections ,and promotes lifelong learning; and
parks and recreation promotes time spent in nature, which positively impacts mental health by increasing cognitive performance and well -being, and alleviating illnesses such as depression, attention deficit disorders, and Alzheimer's; and
our parks and natural recreation areas ensure the ecological beauty of our community and provide a place for children and adults to connect with nature and recreate outdoors; and
the residents of Manhattan Beach including children, youth, families, adults, seniors, businesses, community organizations, and visitors benefit from the wide range of parks, trails, open space, sports fields, tennis courts, facilities and programs; and
the City of Manhattan Beach urges all its residents to recognize that parks and recreation enriches the lives of its residents and visitors as well as adding value to the community’s homes and neighborhoods.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that I, Richard Montgomery, Mayor of the City of Manhattan Beach, California, on behalf of the City Council and the residents of Manhattan Beach, do hereby proclaim the month of July 2023, as
Parks and Recreation Month
And in doing so, urge all citizens of Manhattan Beach to use and enjoy our parks and recreation opportunities.
Dated this 5
th
day of July, 2023.
MAYOR RICHARD MONTGOMERY
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK LIZA TAMURA
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