RESOLUTION
BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT COLLINS-BELLAMY, MAJORITY LEADER RUBBO, MAJORITY WHIP NORMAN, MINORITY LEADER BREEN, COUNCILMEMBERS, PINEDA-ISAAC, DIAZ AND HODGES:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF YONKERS DECLARING THE MONTH OF JULY 2026 NATIONAL PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH.
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WHEREAS, This July marks 40 years of National Parks and Recreation Month to promote building strong, vibrant, and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation services establish and maintain the quality of life in our communities, ensuring the health of all citizens and contributing to the economic and environmental well-being of a community and region ; and
WHEREAS, park and recreation services build healthy, active communities that aid in prevention of chronic disease, provide therapeutic recreation services for individuals with mental or physical disabilities, and also improve the mental and emotional health of all residents; and
WHEREAS, National Parks and Recreation Month’s theme is “Build Together, Play Together” -emphasizes the importance of parks and recreation in building stronger, healthier, and more accessible communities while also highlighting the joy and well-being that comes from enjoying these spaces and programs; and
WHEREAS, parks and recreation services are vital for our communities - from protecting open space and natural resources, to helping fight obesity and providing activities and resources for all walks of life; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislative Body hereby proclaims the month of July 2026 as National Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Yonkers.