HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation - National Beach/Public Safety Week PROCLAWA VOW
"National Beach/Public Safety Week"
May 20-27, 2019
WHEREAS, the beautiful coastal and inland beaches of Seal Beach represent a
world renowned recreational resource; and,
WHEREAS, Seal Beach residents and visitors alike are drawn to these beaches by
the millions each year for water and beach activities; and,
WHEREAS, the aquatic environment has dangers, particularly rip currents, that
can be effectively managed through public awareness and the vigilance of
professional lifeguards; and,
WHEREAS, for reasons of public safety, an annual reminder of the joys and
hazards associated with the aquatic environment are appropriate at the
commencement of the busy summer beach season; and,
WHEREAS, Seal Beach residents and visitors alike must remember: Learn to
Swim, Swim Near a Lifeguard, Swim with a Buddy, Check with the Lifeguards,
Use Sunscreen and Drink Water, Obey Posted Signs and Flags, Keep the Beach
and Water Clean, Learn Rip Current Safety, Enter Water Feet First, and Wear a
Life Jacket.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, I Thomas Moore, by virtue of
the authority vested in me as Mayor, do hereby proclaim May 20-27, 2019 as:
"National Beach Safety/Public Safety Week"
in Seal Beach, and urge all residents using our beaches to enjoy themselves at the
beach this year, while taking appropriate measures to protect themselves and their
children.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereby affix my signature and the seal of the City of
Seal Beach this 13th day of May, 2019.
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Thomas Moore, Mayor
f :t 0m' Mayor Pro Tern: Schelly Sustarsic
i— ,;; r City Council Members:
Joe Kalmick
w . Sandra Massa-Lavitt
4 Mike Varipapa