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National Disability Awareness Employment Month <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> WHEREAS, disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no <br /> way diminishes the right of individuals with disabilities to live <br /> independently, enjoy self determination, make choices, contribute <br /> to society, and experience full inclusion in the economic, political, <br /> social, cultural and educational mainstream of American society; <br /> and <br /> WHEREAS, family members, friends and members of the community <br /> can play a central role in enhancing the lives of people with <br /> disabilities especially when the family and community are provided <br /> with necessary support services; and public and private employers <br /> are aware of the capabilities of people with disabilities to be <br /> engaged in competitive work in inclusive settings; and <br /> WHEREAS, the goals of the County properly include providing individuals <br /> with disabilities the opportunities and support to make informed <br /> choices and decisions; live in homes and communities where such <br /> individuals can exercise their full rights and responsibilities as <br /> citizens; pursue meaningful and productive lives; contribute to their <br /> family, community, state, and nation; have interdependent <br /> friendships and relationships with others; and achieve full inclusion <br /> in society. <br /> NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Orange County Board of <br /> Commissioners does hereby proclaim the month of October 1999 as <br /> NATIONAL DISABILITY AWARENESS EMPLOYMENT MONTH. <br /> This, the fifth day of October 1999. <br /> 0� - �� 1. 4a� <br /> Alice M. Gordon, Chair <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners <br />