HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2010-15RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -15
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD
COUNTY, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING A PLAN TO LOCATE AN
INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE CENTER IN BREVARD COUNTY;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Cape Canaveral has been privileged to be a partner in
the greatest technological achievement in the history of the world. American astronauts
have walked on the moon. Astronauts from many nations have been orbiting the earth
for decades. Scientists have captured and studied interstellar material gathered from
beyond our galaxy; and
WHEREAS, these historic endeavors were only made possible through the
leadership of the United States of America and the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration, as our country worked together as one people, in achieving these
incredible goals; and
WHEREAS, Brevard County has hosted government agencies, the international
community, academic institutions and industrial manufacturing companies during the
Kennedy Space Center missions that have explored our planet, our solar system, our
galaxy, and the universe beyond; and
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WHEREAS, the completion of NASA's first 50 years in space signals the
beginning of a new era in science and technology; and
WHEREAS, this new era shall continue America's on -going quest for knowledge
as we continue to explore the Universe and preserve our Planet for future generations
yet to come; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY OF CAPE
CANAVERAL CITY COUNCIL, does hereby endorse a plan to establish an
International Science Center in Brevard that shall support technological research and
collaboration on — Space, Earth and Ocean Science.
A center that would enable government agencies, private industry, universities and
colleges, and international space agencies, to work together for common goals while
educating all visitors about the scientific achievements happening around the globe, as
we continue to explore the universe while preserving the earth for new generations.
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ADOPTED BY , the City of Cape Canaveral City Council this 17th day of August,
2010.
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Rocky Randels, yor
ATTEST: Name For Against
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Angela M- Apperson, City Clerk Robert Hoog Motio
BUZZ Petsos Second
Rocky Randels x
Shannon Roberts x
Betty Walsh x
Approved as to Form:
Anthony A. Garganese, City Attorney