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PROCLAMATION OF
THE MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
PROCLAIMING JULY 2026, AS
PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH
IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
WHEREAS, parks and recreation is an integral part of communities throughout this country, including the City of San Bernardino; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation promotes health and wellness, improving the physical and mental health of people who live near parks; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation encourages 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 disease; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation supports physical activity by providing space for sports, hiking trails, swimming pools, playgrounds, and other amenities designed to promote active lifestyles; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation is a leading provider of healthy meals, nutrition services, and educational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, park and recreation programming, such as out-of-school time programming, youth sports and environmental education, are critical to childhood development; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation contributes to the economic prosperity of San Bernardino by increasing property values, expanding the local tax base, attracting tourism, retaining businesses, and reducing crime; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation is fundamental to the environmental well-being of our community, preserving green spaces, protecting natural resources, and promoting sustainability; and
WHEREAS, San Bernardino’s parks, trails, community centers, and open spaces ensure ecological beauty, offer places for recreation, and provide welcoming spaces for people of all ages to connect, gather, and celebrate together; and WHEREAS, the U.S. House of Representatives has designated July as Parks and Recreation Month; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Bernardino proudly recognizes and celebrates the many benefits provided by our local parks, recreation services, and community centers. 7 0
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino hereby proclaim the month of July 2026 as Park and Recreation Month in the City of San Bernardino, and encourage all residents to enjoy, support, and take pride in the parks, programs, and recreational opportunities that enrich the lives of everyone in our community.
Presented on the 15th day of July 2026