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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: September 14, 2021
Action Agenda
Item No. 4-a
SUBJECT: National 4-H Week Proclamation
DEPARTMENT: Cooperative Extension
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Draft Proclamation Jonathon Smith, Extension 4-H Agent,
919-245-2057
Tyrone Fisher, Director, 919-245-2051
PURPOSE: To consider approval of a proclamation recognizing the week of October 3 through
9, 2021 as National 4-H Week in Orange County.
BACKGROUND: October 3 through 9, 2021, is National 4-H Week. National 4-H Week is
promoted by both the National 4-H Council and North Carolina 4-H and is celebrated in states
and counties from coast to coast. The overall goals of National 4-H Week are to promote the
methods in which 4-H serves families and youth in grades kindergarten through twelfth grade and
to promote the 4-H "learn by doing" experiential model to education that sparks youth interest in
future careers and learning. Orange County boasts eight community-based clubs from Cedar
Grove to Carrboro and continues to grow to meet the needs of Orange County residents.
Orange County Cooperative Extension, a partnership between Orange County Government,
North Carolina State University, and North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University,
continues to promote 4-H youth development as the premier vehicle for inspiring youth interest in
the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, and more. Orange County 4-
H offers a wide variety of programming across the County, employing the following modes of
delivery: day and residential camps, school enrichment, afterschool, and community-based clubs.
Considerable research has been published demonstrating the benefits of 4-H youth development
to past and present generations of young people. Examples include:
• Harris Poll- 2020 Teen Mental Health Survey
• This Is 4-H — A Welcoming Environment for Youth of All Beliefs and Backgrounds
• Journal of Human Sciences and Extension- From Context to Outcomes: A Thriving Model
for 4-H Youth Development Programs
The Strategic Vision for 4-H, as outlined in the National 4-H Council Strategic Plan 4-H Youth
Development A 2025 Vision states, "4-H will reflect the population demographics, vulnerable
populations, diverse needs and social conditions of the country. This vision has the elements of
inclusion, caring adults, serving at minimum 1 in 5 youth, and the volunteers and staff reflect the
diversity of the population."
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FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item.
SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable
to this item:
• GOAL: FOSTER A COMMUNITY CULTURE THAT REJECTS OPPRESSION AND
INEQUITY
The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race or color;
religious or philosophical beliefs; sex, gender or sexual orientation; national origin or ethnic
background; age; military service; disability; and familial, residential or economic status.
• GOAL: CREATE A SAFE COMMUNITY
The reduction of risks from vehicle/traffic accidents, childhood and senior injuries,
gang activity, substance abuse and domestic violence.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal
impact associated with this item.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends the Board approve the proclamation and
authorize the Chair to sign.
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NATIONAL 4-11 WEEK PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, 4-H youth across the nation are leading efforts to solve problems in their communities and
make a difference for their futures; and
WHEREAS, 4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina and the largest in the
nation with over six million participants; and
WHEREAS, 4-H in North Carolina claims 260,000 youth members and 13,000 volunteers,while Orange
County's 4-H program numbers more than 190 members and more than 50 volunteers; and
WHEREAS, 4-H as part of the NC Cooperative Extension System of NC State University and NC A&T
State University is a program where youth learn through opportunities that provide them hands-on
experiences in 4-H's mission mandates of science, engineering and technology; healthy living; and
citizenship; and
WHEREAS, 4-H has connected youth and their communities with the innovative research and resources
from our nation's 112 land-grant universities and colleges for more than 118 years;
NOW, THEREFORE,we, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, do hereby proclaim October 3-
9, 2021 as National 4-H Week in Orange County, and urge the people of this County to take advantage of
the opportunity to become more aware of this special program that enhances our young people's interests
in their futures as part of Orange County 4-H Youth Development, and to join us in recognizing the unique
partnership between our County and our State University System.
Adopted this the 14' day of September, 2021.
Renee Price, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners
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