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Adopt a resolution recognizing August 24, 2018 as the 75th Anniversary of Cal Maritime in Solano County
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing August 24, 2018 as the 75th Anniversary of Cal Maritime in Solano County.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
In 1943, Solano County became the permanent home for the California State University Maritime Academy. Cal Maritime officially moved from San Francisco to Vallejo on August 24, 1943. It is the only United States Maritime Academy on the West Coast and is a four-year university and part of the California State University system.
Cal Maritime contributes millions of dollars annually to the Solano County economy through the purchase of goods and services, housing, hospitality, and other transactions. Cal Maritime cadets perform more than 10,000 of hours of community service each year in Solano County and surrounding communities, joined by faculty and administrators who also serve in civic leadership roles.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The cost associated with preparing this agenda item is included within the District 2 FY2018/19 Adopted Budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board could choose not to adopt the resolution but that is not recommended as this is a chance to recognize a great institution in Solano County.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION