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�- RU -9W(0 of <br /> ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> COUNTY GOVERNMENT MONTH - APRIL 2026 <br /> WHEREAS , the nation ' s 3 , 069 counties serving more than 330 million Americans provide <br /> essential services to create healthy , safe and vibrant communities ; and <br /> WHEREAS , counties fulfill a vast range of responsibilities and deliver services that touch <br /> nearly every aspect of our residents ' lives ; and <br /> WHEREAS , counties as intergovernmental partners enact local , state and federal <br /> programs to address the needs of all residents ; and <br /> WHEREAS , Orange County and all counties take pride in our responsibility to protect and <br /> enhance the health , well - being and safety of our residents in efficient and cost-effective <br /> ways ; and <br /> WHEREAS , the nation is celebrating 250 years of independence this year and counties <br /> have a long and rich history of serving residents ; and <br /> WHEREAS , each year since 1991 the National Association of Counties has encouraged <br /> counties across the country to elevate awareness of county responsibilities , programs <br /> and services ; and <br /> WHEREAS , the Orange County Board of Commissioners has made tremendous <br /> investments in public education , affordable housing , human services , economic <br /> development and public safety to enhance the quality of life for all county residents ; <br /> NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED THAT we , the Orange County Board of <br /> Commissioners , do hereby proclaim April 2026 as County Government Month and <br /> express our appreciation to the County employees who make our community such a <br /> special place to live , work , play and raise a family . <br /> This the 7th day of April , 2026 . <br /> can Hamilton , Chair <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners <br /> 17 5z <br />