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2 <br /> ORANGE COUNTY DISABILITY AWARENESS WEEK <br /> May 4 - 10, 1997 <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> WHEREAS, persons with disabilities have abilities,talents and dreams, and <br /> with respect and acceptance, individuals with disabilities--mental <br /> or physical--can participate in our society and the work force to <br /> their fullest capacity; and <br /> WHEREAS, although Orange County offers many opportunities for people with <br /> disabilities, some of our citizens remain unaware of the capabilities <br /> and aspirations of people with disabilities; and <br /> WHEREAS, persons with disabilities are a resource we cannot afford to waste; <br /> and <br /> WHEREAS, Orange County is committed to taking all steps necessary for the <br /> full integration of people with disabilities into our community. <br /> NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the ORANGE COUNTY BOARD <br /> OF COMMISSIONERS do hereby proclaim May 4 - 10, 1997 as "DISABILITY <br /> AWARENESS WEEK"in Orange County and urge our citizens to become more aware <br /> of the needs, capabilities and hopes of people with disabilities. <br /> This, the 5th day of May 1997. <br /> William Crowther, Chair <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners <br />