HomeMy WebLinkAboutPrsntatn - 25 Yrs CA Desert Protection ActWhereas, the California Desert Protection Act was first
signed in 1994, which created the Mojave National Preserve,
Joshua Tree National Park and Death Valley National Park, as well
as many others; and
Whereas, the California Desert Protection Act catalyzed
efforts to protect natural areas and military installations through
subsequent legislative and administrative efforts and created a
sustainable tourist economy; and
Whereas, the California Desert Protection Act safeguards
precious groundwater and their watersheds to support the desert
residents, military missions, and fragile desert ecosystem; and
Whereas, the California Desert Protection Act protects the
California deserts which provide recreational resources for a wide
spectrum of collaborative participants, solitude for those who wish
to enjoy the undisturbed vistas and clear night skies.
Now, Therefore, I, Susan Marie Weber, Mayor of the
City of Palm Desert, California, Along With the Entire City Council,
Do Hereby Recognize the
California Desert Protection Act
25th Anniversary
in the City of Palm Desert, and urge all residents to recognize the
substantial contributions made by the California Desert Protection
Act to protect California's rich desert landscape.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my
hand and have caused the Official Seal of the
City of Palm Desert, California, to be affixed this
24'" day of October. 2019.