HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation - National Beach Safety/Rip Current Awareness Week PROCLAWATION
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
June 2-8, 2019 as:
"National Beach Safety/ Rip Current Awareness 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 28th day of May, 2019.
a 1 Thomas Moore, Mayor
e=j' Mayor Pro Tem: Schelly Sustarsic
City Council Members:
it Joe Kalmick
' ' Schelly Sustarsic
• . ti+ ' Mike Varipapa
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