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WHEREAS, the City of Cape Canaveral's surrounding natural environment, the ecosystem,
and unique beauty it affords are the foundation of our community; and
WHEREAS, the planet's environment is currently facing numerous perils from human -
related activities that must be addressed, including a loss of biodiversity, extreme weather, sea
level rise, and freshwater depletion; and
WHEREAS, water is a basic and essential need of every living creature; and
WHEREAS, the State of Florida, the Saint John's River Water Management District, the City
of Cocoa Water Utilities, and the City of Cape Canaveral are working together to increase
awareness about the importance of water conservation and stewardship; and
WHEREAS, the City of Cape Canaveral and the State of Florida has designated April,
typically a dry month when water demands are most acute, Florida's Water Conservation Month,
to educate citizens about how they can help save Florida's precious water resources; and
WHEREAS, the City of Cape Canaveral has always encouraged and supported water
conservation, through various educational programs and special events; and
WHEREAS, every business, industry, school and resident can make a difference when it
comes to conserving water; and
WHEREAS, every business, industry, school and citizen can help by saving water and thus
promote a healthy economy and community; and
WHEREAS, as outdoor irrigation comprises a large portion of water use, it is important to
encourage citizens and businesses to focus on improving outdoor irrigation efficiency; and
WHEREAS, the City of Cape Canaveral will continue to support and expand initiatives that
enhance water -based sustainability and resiliency in order to improve the safety, security and
wellbeing of residents both now and in the future.
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Wes Morrison, Mayor of the City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County,
Florida, do hereby proclaim the month of April, 2024 as
WATER CONSERVATION MONTH
in the City of Cape Canaveral to help protect our precious resources by practicing water -saving
measures and becoming more aware of the need to save water.
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