HomeMy WebLinkAboutPrsntatn - Code Compliance Officer Apprctn Week Whereas, the State of California has proclaimed the 2nd week of
October as Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Week; and
Whereas, in the City of Palm Desert, Code Compliance Officers
provide for the safety, health, and welfare of Palm Desert's citizens through
the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws and ordinances dealing with
various issues of building, zoning, housing, animal control, environmental,
health, and life safety; and
Whereas, the Officers have challenging and demanding roles and
often do not receive recognition for the job they do in improving quality of life
for residents and businesses of local communities; and
Whereas, Code Compliance Officers are dedicated, highly qualified,
and highly trained professionals who share the goals of preventing
neighborhood deterioration, enhancing communities, ensuring safety, and
preserving property values through knowledge, training, and application of
housing, zoning, and nuisance laws; and
Whereas, they often have a highly visible role in Palm Desert and
regularly interact with the public and a variety of federal, state, county, and
local officials in their capacity as Code Compliance Officers; and
Whereas, the City of Palm Desert wants to recognize and honor the
Code Compliance Officers that serve our community and acknowledge their
role in leading the way to improve quality of life within our community.
Now, Therefore, I, Sabby Jonathan, Mayor of the City of Palm
Desert, California, Along With the Entire City Council Do Hereby Proclaim
the Second Week of October, 2018, and Annually Thereafter, as
Code Compliance Officer Appreciation Week
in the City of Palm Desert, calling upon our residents to join in recognizing
and expressing their appreciation for the dedication and service of the
individuals who serve as our Code Compliance Officers.