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PROCLAMATION
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
DECEMBER 3, 2022
WHEREAS International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated
annually on December 3 across the world and has been promoted by the
United Nations since 1992; and
WHEREAS International Day of Persons with Disabilities celebrates the value
of diversity, supports education about disabilities, creates optimism and
initiates accessibility actions; and
WHEREAS the Municipality of the District of Chester is committed to
improving accessibility by removing and preventing barriers; and
WHEREAS the Municipality of the District of Chester supports creating an
inclusive society where all individuals can positively participate with equal
opportunities in barrier-free communities; and
WHEREAS International Day of Persons with Disabilities is an opportunity to
celebrate the accomplishments of people with disabilities, to celebrate
accessibility and diversity, and to recognize the importance of becoming
more inclusive for all.
THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that December 3 be declared as the
International Day of Persons with Disabilities in the Municipality of
the District of Chester.
November 24, 2022
Allen Webber, Warden Date