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2 <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> NATIONAL DISABILITYEMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH <br /> SEPTEMBER 26- OCTOBER 1996 <br /> WHEREAS, Congress, by Joint Resolution, has designated October of each year as <br /> "National Disability Employment Awareness Month; and <br /> WHEREAS, This time has been designated to celebrate and recognize people with <br /> disabilities; and <br /> WHEREAS, Disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way <br /> diminishes the right of individuals with disabilities to live independently, <br /> enjoy self-determination, make choices, contribute to society, and experience <br /> full inclusion in the economic,political,social, cultural and educational <br /> mainstream of society; and <br /> WHEREAS, Family members,friends and members of the community can play a central <br /> role in enhancing the lives of people with disabilities especially when the <br /> family and community are provided with necessary support services; and <br /> public and private employers are aware of the capabilities of people with <br /> disabilities to be engaged in competitive work in inclusive settings; and <br /> WHEREAS, The goals of Orange County include providing individuals with disabilities <br /> the opportunities and support to make informed choices and decisions; live <br /> in homes and communities where such individuals can exercise their full <br /> rights and responsibilities as citizens; pursue meaningful and productive <br /> lives; contribute to their family and community; and achieve full inclusion in <br /> society; and <br /> WHEREAS, This month provides the opportunity for all Americans to recognize the <br /> tremendous value and potential of people with disabilities, and to recommit <br /> and dedicate ourselves to the empowerment, integration, employment and <br /> full inclusion of everyone of our citizens with disabilities. <br /> NOW,THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,that September 26, 1996 through October 1996 is <br /> National Disability Employment Awareness Month in Orange County. <br /> This,the third day of September 1996. <br /> Moses Carey,Chair <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners <br />