HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Presentations PROCLAMATION
World Alzheimer's Awareness Month
September 2014
WHEREAS, Alzheimer's disease, a progressive
neurodegenerative brain disorder, tragically robs
individuals of their moments and leads to progressive
mental and physical impairments; and
WHEREAS, more than 60,000 residents in Orange County
and over 5 million Americans are currently living with
Alzheimer's disease and is the fourth leading cause of death
in Orange County and sixth leading cause in the nation; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Alzheimer's Association
Orange County is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through
the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care
and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of
dementia through the promotion of brain health.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City of Seal
Beach,City Council does hereby proclaim the Month of
September as
"World Alzheimer's Awareness Month"
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereby affix my signature and
the seal of the City of Seal Beach this Eighth day of
September in the Year Two Thousand Fourteen.
/Ellery A. Deaton, Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem: David W.Sloan
City Council Members;
Michael P.Levitt
Gary A.Miller
Gordon A.Shanks
-PROCLAMATION
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September 2014
WHEREAS, over the past few decades great strides have been
made in the fight against pediatric cancer. Thanks to significant
advances in treatment over the last 30 years, the combined 5-year
survival rate for children with cancer increased by more than 20
percentage points; and
WHEREAS, today, a substantial proportion of children diagnosed
with cancer can anticipate a time when their illness will be in
long-term remission or cured altogether; and
WHEREAS, all children deserve the chance to dream, discover,
and realize their full potential. We extend our support to young
people fighting for that opportunity, and recognize all who
commit themselves to advancing the journey toward a cancer-free
world.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City of Seal Beach,
City Council does hereby proclaim the Month of September as
"Childhood Cancer Awareness Month"
And encourage everyone to join in reaffirming the commitment of
fighting childhood cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereby affix my signature and the
seal of the City of Seal Beach this Eighth day of September in the
Year Two Thousand Fourteen.
/Ellery Deaton, Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem: David W.Sloan
City Council Members:
110F Michael P.Levitt
Gary A.Miller
Gordon A.Shanks