HomeMy WebLinkAboutNational Safe Boating and Paddling Week 2022WHEREAS, Medina's proximity to Lake Washington and a variety of waterways brings residents and
visitors to enjoy watersports and boating; and
WHEREAS, A large number of Medina's residents of all ages engage in recreational boating and
paddling-, and
WHEREAS, a significant number of boaters, who lose their lives by drowning each year would be
alive today had they worn their life jackets; and
WHEREAS, the mission of United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 130-02-02, serving Medina
and other Eastside communities, is to collaborate with local public safety personnel to
promote safety through education and outreach;
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Jessica Rossman, Mayor of Medina, Washington, and on behalf of the City
Council, do hereby proclaim the week of May 2127 as SAFE BOATING and PADDLING WEEK And
encourage all of Medina's residents to dedicate themselves to learning about and practicing safe
boating, including wearing life jackets.
AJessica Rossman, Mayor