HomeMy WebLinkAboutS Proclamation Disability Awareness WeekORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCLAMATION
ORANGE COUNTY DISABILITY AWARENESS WEEK
May 1 -7, 2001
WHEREAS, persons with disabilities have abilities, talents and dreams, and with
respect and acceptance, individuals with disabilities — mental or physical
— can participate in our society and the work force to their fullest capacity;
and
WHEREAS, although Orange County offers many opportunities for people with
disabilities, some of our citizens remain unaware of the capabilities and
aspirations of people with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Orange County recognizes that persons with disabilities are a resource
we cannot afford to overlook or not use to their highest potential; and
WHEREAS, Orange County is committed to taking all steps necessary for the full
integration of people with disabilities into our community; and
WHEREAS, The Orange County Disability Awareness Council works to promote
opportunities for disabled citizens to work and live in an environment free
of barriers imposed by architecture, attitude, and /or lack of opportunity;
and
WHEREAS, Through the use of assistive technology, people with disabilities can gain
equal access to employment; and
WHEREAS, Orange County is proud to be a participant in the American Disability Act
(ADA) which will celebrate its eleventh anniversary this year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS do hereby proclaim May 1 -7, 2001 as
NATIONAL DISABILITY AWARENESS WEEK
in Orange County and urge our citizens to become more aware of the needs, capabilities and
hopes of people with disabilities.
Steve Halkiotis, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners