To: Board of Supervisors
From: Shanelle Scales-Preston, District V Supervisor
Report Title: Click or tap here to enter text.ADOPT Resolution No. 2026- to recognize and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Martinez Kiwanis Club, as recommended by Supervisor Scales-Preston and Supervisor Carlson.
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
ADOPT Resolution No. 2026- to recognize and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Martinez Kiwanis Club.
FISCAL IMPACT:
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BACKGROUND:
Founded in 1926, the Kiwanis Club of Martinez has served the community for 100 years as a dedicated volunteer organization committed to improving the lives of children and families. As part of Kiwanis International, a global organization focused on community service and youth development, the Martinez chapter has played a vital role in supporting local initiatives that promote education, leadership, and civic engagement.
Throughout its century of service, the Kiwanis Club of Martinez has contributed to numerous community programs, events, and partnerships that have strengthened the social fabric of the City of Martinez. The organization has supported youth through scholarships, mentorship opportunities, and sponsorship of service leadership programs, while also participating in community improvement efforts and charitable activities that benefit residents of all ages.
The 100th Anniversary of the Kiwanis Club of Martinez represents a significant milestone and provides an opportunity to recognize the organization's longstanding commitment to service, its positive impact on the community, and the many volunteers who have dedicated their time and efforts over the past century. Celebrating this achievement honors both the club's historical contributions and its continued role in fostering community spirit and service in Martinez.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Failure to approve this item would result in the 100th Anniversary of the K...
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