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Adopt a resolution designating the month of July 2026 as Park and Recreation Month and July 17, 2026, as Park and Recreation Professionals Day in Solano County
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of Resource Management recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution designating the month of July 2026 as Park and Recreation Month and July 17, 2026, as Park and Recreation Professionals Day in Solano County.
SUMMARY:
Since 1985, public agencies and organizations across the nation have recognized the month of July as a time to celebrate parks and recreation opportunities. For the 41st year in a row The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is designating July as "Park and Recreation Month" with a 2026 theme of "The Power Of" to celebrate the vital roles park and recreation professionals play in bringing people together and fostering a sense of belonging. The NRPA is also designating July 17, 2026, as Park and Recreation Professionals Day to honor all the dedicated professionals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to provide the high-quality programs and infrastructure we desire and expect in our parks and public open spaces. To support this effort on a statewide basis, the California Park and Recreation Society designated July as "Parks Make Life Better! (r) Month" to raise awareness of the benefits of parks and recreation throughout California and to raise the status of parks and recreation as an essential community service.
The County maintains and operates five County Parks: Lake Solano Park, Sandy Beach Park, Belden's Landing Boat Launch Facility, Lynch Canyon Open Space and Patwino Worrtla Kodoi Dihi Open Space Park. Each of these parks provides opportunities for public enjoyment and showcase different aspects of Solano County's environment.
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