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4-24-12 Crescent Beach Family Park

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4-24-12 Crescent Beach Family Park
The Greater Fort Myers Beach Area Chamber of Commerce established in 1939 by local business professionals; and Whereas: The Greater Fort Myers Beach Area Chamber of Commerce annually recognizes outstanding and dedicated business leaders and professionals; and Whereas: The Greater Fort Myers Beach Area Chamber of Commerce presented the New Image Award to Lee County Parks and Recreation on January 28th of 2012 at their Annual Gala for the construction of the new Crescent Beach Family Park; and Whereas: The Greater Fort Myers Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman, Andrew Cochrane, honored Lee County Parks and Recreation for developing the new Crescent Beach Family Park, the 2.25 acres beachfront property that the Lee County Board of County Commissioners purchased in September 2010 along with the .72 acres across the street formally known as the Seafarer’s Village; and Whereas: The Lee County Parks and Recreation staff decided to save the county money and work on the project in house with the oversight and assistance of the County’s Public Works Construction and Design staff; and Whereas: The Lee County Parks and Recreation staff, along with Facility Services’ Maintenance and Repair staff, spent countless hours to provide the beautiful landscaped picnic area, volleyball courts, restrooms, handicap parking along with open space on the beach. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of County Commissioners of Lee County, Florida does hereby recognize the Lee County Parks and Recreation Department staff and the Public Works Department staff for their achievements and extends grateful appreciation for the hard work and dedication shown towards the community of Lee County.