HomeMy WebLinkAboutJCPR Volunteer Proclamation 2026PROCLAMATION
A proclamation officially recognizing the hard-working volunteers of Jefferson County Parks and
Recreation, in order to promote service, to value and commemorate the many selfless
contributions made in care of the county parks, and in support of youth recreation program
participants.
WHEREAS, Jefferson County, Washington operates 22 parks on 1100 acres, and
provides recreational sports leagues, the Port Townsend Recreation Center, summer camps, and
specialized classes and events; and
WHEREAS, Parks and Recreation would not function without volunteer service; and
WHEREAS, volunteer services include coaching youth sports, Rec-Center
programming, youth summer camps, park maintenance, construction of park amenities, live -on -
site park caretakers, trail construction and maintenance, landscape gardening, habitat restoration,
advisory board membership; and
WHEREAS, the County recognizes that volunteerism builds community, promotes the
economy, improves mental and physical health, and benefits the natural environment; and
WHEREAS, in 2025, A total of 150 Parks and Recreation volunteers donated 4,872
hours, the equivalent of 2.34 full time employees; and
WHEREAS, www.independentsector.org estimated that one hour of volunteerism in
Washington State is valued at $40.14; and
WHEREAS, the total dollar value of Parks and Recreation volunteer hours donated in
2025 is $195,562; and
WHEREAS, Jefferson County appreciates and acknowledges the public service provided
by Parks and Recreation volunteers;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Jefferson County Board of
County Commissioners does hereby recognize the volunteers of Jefferson County Parks and
Recreation for their devotion, dedication, and service, and hereby proclaim
PARKS AND RECREATION VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION
BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED, that the Board of Commissioners desire a permanent
record of their accomplishments.
SEAL:
APPROVED this 23rd day of February, 2026.
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