Civility Month City of Clermont
Proclamation
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; and
Whereas, civility, derives 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
Whereas, civility can assist in reaching consensus on diverse issues and allow for mutually
respectful ongoing relationships; and
Whereas, 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;
Now, therefore, the City Council of the City of Clermont that the month of May is
proclaimed as Civility Month, and calls upon all citizens to exercise civility toward each other.
In Witness Whereof I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of
Clermont to be affixed this 28th day of May in the year of our Lord two thousand thirteen.
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Harold S. Turville, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Tracy Ackroyd, City Clerk
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