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Civility Month~ PROCL~91~f~.77071~ `Whereas, the open exchange of public discourse is essential to the democratic system of government; and ~WhereaS, as a cornerstone of democracy Americans have observed certain rules of behavior generally known as civility; `Whereas, civility, derived from the Latin words "civitas" meaning city and "civis" meaning citizen, is behavior worthy of citizens living in a community or in common with others; and `Whereas, displays of anger, rudeness, ridicule, impatience, and a lack of respect and personal attacks detract from the open exchange of ideas, prevent fair discussion of the issues, and can discourage individuals from participation in government; and ~Uhereas, civility can assist in reaching consensus on diverse issues and allow for mutually respectful ongoing relationships; and `INFcereas, civility can uplift our daily life and make it more pleasant to live in an organized • society; and `Whereas, the City, County and Local Government Law Section of The Florida Bar urges the adoption of a pledge of civility by all citizens in the State of Florida. ~oZIJ, therefore, d e It resolved; by the City Commission of the City of ~'~' rY1b 61 that the month of May is proclaimed as Civility Month, and calls upon all citizens to exercise civility toward each other. 2~assed and adopted this ~ ~~`" day of , 2005. ~.-- ~, ATTEST: CLERK