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	BOCC AGENDA ITEM

Item Title:	Gullah/Geechee Appreciation Week July 30 - August 6, 2022
Date:	8/3/2022
Department:	County Manager

Background:
Queen Quet, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation, has requested a proclamation in observance of Gullah/Geechee Nation Appreciation Week which will be recognized July 30-August 6, 2022. Queen Quet will be in attendance to accept the Resolution.
Request:
Approve a Resolution proclaiming the week of July 30 through August 6, 2022 as Gullah/Geechee Nation Week in Nassau County, Florida.
Financial/Economic Impact to Future Years Budgeting Process or Effect on Citizens:
The Gullah/Geechee Tribe has a rich and extensive history in Nassau County. Celebrating Gullah/Geechee Nation Week demonstrates the Board's support in spreading awareness regarding the history and and legacy of the Gullah/Geechee Tribe.
Action Requested and Recommendation:
Approve a Resolution proclaiming the week of July 30 through August 6, 2022 as Gullah/Geechee Nation Week in Nassau County, Florida.
Is this action consistent with the Nassau County Comprehensive Land Use Plan?
Yes
Funding Source:
N/A

Additional Information Needed for Contracts/Agreements (If Applicable)

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For non-governmental agencies, has the document been sent to the vendor for signature?
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Does the document need to be recorded? If so, who will pay the recordation fee?
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Are there any special mailing instructions? (Include contact name, address, deadline for submittal, how to mail such as express mail, FedEx, etc):
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How many originals are needed?
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