HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRO-2017-016 Proclamation proclaiming October 2017 as Disability Employment Awareness Month PR'b PRF
ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCLAMATION
DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH
OCTOBER 2017
WHEREAS, October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, workplaces welcoming of the talents of all people, including people with
disabilities, are a critical part of our efforts to build an inclusive community and strong
economy; and
WHEREAS, the United States Department of Labor has designated October as National
Disability Employment Awareness Month to bring greater awareness to the many
contributions people with disabilities make daily to all communities; and
WHEREAS, Orange County recognizes that persons with disabilities offer the workplace
great talent and we cannot afford to overlook or not use to their talents to the highest
potential; and
WHEREAS, Orange County believes diversity in the workforce is reflective of our
community's commitment to inclusivity;
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, do hereby
proclaim October 2017 as Disability Employment Awareness Month and encourage
employers, schools and other community organizations in Orange County to advance its
important message that people with disabilities are equal to the task throughout the
year.
This the 19th day of September 2017.
Mark Dorosin, C a
17 r 52 Orange County Board of Commissioners
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