PROCLAMATION

Water Conservation Month

WHEREAS, Florida’s natural beauty, crystal blue waters and white sand beaches attract residents and visitors from around the world; and

WHEREAS, clean and sustainable water resources are vital to Florida’s environment, economy and quality of life; and

WHEREAS, more than 90 percent of Florida’s drinking water is supplied by underlying aquifers, and our quality of life and the economy depend upon a clean and healthy environment; and

WHEREAS, Floridians consume more than 7.9 billion gallons per day of fresh water, and the future of Florida depends greatly upon the availability of water; and

WHEREAS, South Florida residents consume 179 gallons per person, per day – the highest water usage in the state; and

WHEREAS, the State of Florida, together with local partners, are investing billions of dollars to develop alternative water supplies, clean up stormwater pollution, restore rivers, lakes and springs, upgrade drinking water facilities and improve wastewater treatment; and

WHEREAS, water conservation can cost as little as 6 cents to 72 cents per 1,000 gallons of water saved, while the cost of constructing alternative water supply facilities can range from $5 to $7 per 1,000 gallons of water created; and

WHEREAS, all water users including commercial, industrial, agricultural, institutional, hospitality, private citizens and others can make positive contributions to reduce water use and protect Florida’s water resources;

WHEREAS, the South Florida Water Management District, is implementing a Comprehensive Water Conservation Program to instill a lasting culture of conservation in our communities; and

WHEREAS, the Governor and Cabinet of the State of Florida are designating April as Florida’s Water Conservation Month to encourage Floridians to conserve the state’s precious water resources;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of North Lauderdale do hereby proclaim the month of April as

Water Conservation Month

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal of the City of North Lauderdale, this_________ day of March, 2009.

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MAYOR JACK BRADY