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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of Lions Clubs International and their continued volunteerism and community engagement across Solano County (Chair Vasquez)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Chair Vasquez requests that the Board adopt and present a resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of Lions Clubs International and their continued volunteerism and community engagement across Solano County.
SUMMARY:
Lions Clubs International was founded in June 1917 by Melvin Jones and other Chicago businessmen to benefit their community. The organization’s first meeting was held June 7, 1917 in Chicago, Illinois.
Today, Lions Clubs International is perhaps best known for its efforts to fight blindness and restore eyesight, however, the organization offers health programs to benefit those with hearing impairment, as well as a diabetes awareness program.
There are more than 1.4 million Lions Clubs International members across roughly 46,000 clubs, according to the organization. Lions Clubs International distinguishes itself as the world’s largest service club organization with members in more than 200 countries and geographical areas around the world. In Solano County, Lions Clubs International members have formed clubs in Dixon, Rio Vista, Vacaville, Fairfield, Vallejo and Benicia.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this resolution.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board could choose not to adopt this resolution. This is not recommended because this is an opportunity to recognize the 100th anniversary of Lions Clubs International and their continued volunteerism and community engagement across Solano County.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION