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WHEREAS, the open exchange of public discourse is essential to the democratic
system of government; and
WHEREAS, as a cornerstone of democracy Americans have observed certain
rules of behavior generally known as civility; and
WHEREAS, civility, derived from the Latin words "civitas" meaning city and
"civis" meaning citizen, is behavior worthy of citizens living in a community or in
common with others; and
WHEREAS, displays of anger, rudeness, ridicule, impatience, and lack of respect
and personal attacks detract from the open exchange of ideas, prevent fair discussion of
the issues, and can discourage individuals from participation in government; and
WHEREAS, civility can assist in reaching consensus on diverse issues and allow
for mutually respectful ongoing relationships; and
WHEREAS, civility can uplift our daily life and make it more pleasant to live in
an organized society; and
WHEREAS, the City, County and Local Government Law Section of the Florida
Bar urges the adoption of a pledge of civility by all citizens in the State of Florida; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by Rocky Randels, Mayor, of the
City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, that the month of May is proclaimed as
CIVILITY MONTH
and calls upon all citizens to exercise civility toward each other.1. ,t..,i ` x,4.4 ,I I rz$eeded u t`z - --► f Z O)3
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