HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation proclaiming May 2011 as National Historic Preservation MonthPROCLAMATION
OF
THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION MONTH
WHEREAS, historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth, revitalizing
neighborhoods, fostering local pride and maintaining community character while enhancing livability;
and
WHEREAS, historic preservation is relevant for communities across the nation, both urban and rural,
and for Americans of all ages, all walks of life and all ethnic and cultural backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, it is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the contributions made by
dedicated individuals in helping to preserve the tangible aspects of the heritage that has shaped us as a
people; and
WHEREAS, Orange County has become a strong advocate for the protection of cultural and
archaeological resources, and continues to pursue partnership opportunities to preserve these important
and often irreplaceable resources, to seek new and innovative ways to make local history engaging to
the public, and to encourage others to do the same; and
WHEREAS, Orange County has demonstrated its commitment to historic preservation by using the
restored Alexander Dickson House in Hillsborough as a visitor center, stabilizing the farmsteads at
future County parks, including a cultural resources component to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, and
designating important properties with historic and architectural significance as local landmarks; and
WHEREAS, "Celebrating America's Treasures" is the theme for National Historic Preservation
Month 2011, and in Orange County is cosponsored by the Orange County Board of Commissioners,
the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission, the Historical Foundation of Hillsborough and
Orange County, the Alliance for H1StOL~; Hillsborough and the National Trust for Historic
Preservation;
NOW THEREFORE, we, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, do hereby proclaim May
2011 as National Historic Preservation Month in Orange County and call upon the people of Orange
County to join their fellow residents across the United States in recognizing and participating in this
special observance.
This the 3rd day of May, 2011.
Bernadette Pelissier, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
Donna Baker, Clerk to the Board