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Special Recognition of Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and “The Longest Day”
Executive Summary: This Proclamation recognizes the month of June 2017 as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and June 21st as “The Longest Day” in Hudson. The following representatives from the Alzheimer's Association Greater East Ohio Chapter will be present to accept this Proclamation: Marcy Schulman, Signature Events Coordinator; and Andrew DeFratis, Communications & Public Policy Coordinator.
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Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
Recognition of June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and June 21, 2017, as “The Longest Day” in Hudson will help spread global awareness of the disease, demonstrate support for those suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and their families, and share the Alzheimer’s Association’s vision of a world without Alzheimer’s disease.
Timing Considerations
This Proclamation recognizes the month of June 2017 as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and June 21st as “The Longest Day” in Hudson.
Fiscal Impact
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Supplemental Appropriation Required
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Suggested Action
I encourage citizens to wear purple in an effort to spread global awareness of Alzheimer’s disease, demonstrate support, and share a vision of a world without the disease.
Submitted by,
David A. Basil, Mayor