HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES-2005-006 Resolution of recognition of Millard Fuller~~S-~~~-~~-d®~
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ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION OF
MILLARD FULLER
FOUNDER OF HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL
WHEREAS, In 1976, Millard Fuller and his wife Linda founded Habitat for Humanity
International; and,
WHEREAS, Habitat volunteers approach building their 200,000th home, providing a simple,
decent place to live for over 900,000 people around the world; and,
WHEREAS, Habitat for Humanity International is well known as the leader in the affordable
housing movement in the United States, as well as working in over 100 different
countries; and,
WHEREAS, Habitat recycles used and surplus building materials through Restores, including
approximately 5,000 sq. ft. of the original maple flooring from Woollen Gym at
UNC, raising over $10,000; and,
WHEREAS, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County has built more than 125 homes since
starting iri 1984, providing a safe place to live for over 425 children; and,
WHEREAS, New Homestead Place, Chestnut Oaks, Rusch Hollow, and Richmond Hills provide
safe affordable housing for Orange County residents; and,
WHEREAS, Millard Fuller has demonstrated in the world we live in today, one person can make
a difference.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Orange County Board of Commissioners expresses
its sincere appreciation and recognition to Millard Fuller, Founder of Habitat for
Humanity International for his outstanding effort and skills to bring awareness of
affordable housing needs, as well as starting the infrastructure to provide affordable
housing to residents of Orange County.
This the first day of February 2005
Moses Carey, Chair