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ORANGE U N TY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCLAMATION
Adult Education and Family Literacy Week — September 16 -20 , 2024
and
Orange Literacy 40 ' Anniversary
Whereas , literacy is a fundamental skill that empowers individuals and strengthens
communities ; and
Whereas , adult education and family literacy programs provide essential education and
support to adults and families , enabling them to achieve personal and professional goals ;
and
Whereas , Orange Literacy , celebrating its 40t" anniversary this year , has dedicated four
decades to promoting literacy and has positively impacted the lives of thousands of adults
and families ; and
Whereas , the commitment and efforts of Orange Literacy in providing educational
opportunities and fostering a love for reading and learning are commendable and deserve
recognition ; and
Whereas , Adult Education and Family Literacy Week serves as a reminder of the
importance of literacy and the need to support literacy programs in our community ; and
Whereas , it is fitting and proper to recognize the achievements and contributions of
Orange Literacy and to encourage continued support for literacy initiatives ;
Now, Therefore , we , the Orange County Board of Commissioners , do hereby proclaim
the week of September 16 -20 , 2024 , as Adult Education and Family Literacy Week in
Orange County , and commend Orange Literacy for its 40 years of dedicated service to
our community .
This the 17t" day of September, 2024 .
Ja zetta Xedford , Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners
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