CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE


                             PROCLAMATION
              PARKS and RECREATION MONTH 2022
        WHEREAS parks and recreation programs are an integral part of communities throughout
this country, including the City of Charlottesville; and

       WHEREAS our parks and recreation experiences are vitally important to establishing and
maintaining the quality of life in our communities, ensuring the healthy lifestyle for all citizens, and
contributing to the economic and environmental well-being of community and region; and

        WHEREAS parks and recreation programs build healthy, active communities that aid in the
prevention of chronic disease, provide therapeutic recreation services for those who are mentally or
physically disabled, and improve the mental and emotional health of all citizens; and

        WHEREAS parks and recreation programs increase a community’s economic prosperity
through increased property values, expansion of the local tax base, increased tourism, the attraction
and retention of businesses, families and retirees; and

       WHEREAS parks and recreation is a leading provider of healthy meals, nutrition services and
education: and

       WHEREAS parks and recreation areas are fundamental to the environmental well-being of
our community; our parks and natural recreation areas ensure the ecological beauty of our community
and provide new learning opportunities and memorable experiences for children and adults by
connecting with nature and the outdoors; and

       WHEREAS the U. S. House of Representatives has designated July as Parks and Recreation
Month; and

        WHEREAS the City of Charlottesville recognizes the benefits derived from parks and
recreation resources, offering over 300 programs such as swim lessons, dance, gymnastics, day camps,
nature programs and athletics leagues, with over 5,000 registered participants for the summer of 2022;
and

        WHEREAS special events in July include Sunday Sundowns on July 17th at Washington Park
Shelter and Pool from 4-7 p.m. with free swim, free meals (while they last) and music for the whole
family, and Sounds of Summer on July 30 at Tonsler Park featuring The Original Moonlighters Band
and a free meal off the grill from 6-8 p.m.;

         NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the Council of the City of Charlottesville that
July is recognized as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Charlottesville, and residents and
visitors are encouraged to participate in the range of activities that help to make Charlottesville a
vibrant community.

Signed and sealed this 18th of July 2022.


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J. Lloyd Snook, III, Mayor