PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS, the entire community can effect positive change with any volunteer action no matter how big or small; and

WHEREAS, volunteers can connect with local community service opportunities through hundreds of community service organizations; and

WHEREAS, volunteers working throughout Redwood County utilize their time and talent daily to make a real difference in the lives of children, adults and the elderly; and

WHEREAS, during the month of April, all over the nation, service projects will be performed and volunteers will be recognized for their commitments to community service; and

WHEREAS, volunteers have the power to fight the pervasive feeling of social disconnection; and

WHEREAS, volunteers are vital to our future as a caring and productive nation;

NOW, THEREFORE, the Redwood County Board of Commissioners, do hereby proclaim April, 2002, as Volunteer Month in Redwood County and urge my fellow citizens to join the effort and “Celebrate Volunteers!” in their communities. By volunteering and recognizing those who serve, we can connect with neighbors and strangers and replace disconnection and isolation with understanding and compassion.

Signed this 19th day of March, 2002.

/S/

Joe Schouvieller

Redwood County Board Chair

Attested By:

/S/

Loren Stomberg

County Coordinator