Caption from L to R: James Taylor, George Linley, Executive Director of the Palm Beach County Sports Commission, Emanuel Perry, Executive Director of Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council, Jennifer Cirillo, Director Parks and Recreation, Vice Mayor Maria G. Marino, Michael Zeff, Tammy Fields, Assistant County Administrator, Jackie Lambert, Recreation Program Supervisor, Paul Connell, Deputy Director Parks and Recreation, Oshane Lawrence, Recreation Specialist, Sports and Wellness, Jared Fleet
During the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, May 7, the Board of County Commissioners proclaimed May as Physical Fitness and Sports Month, recognizing the importance of physical activity and the economic and youth development benefits of sports. This decision aligns with a national initiative promoting the importance of regular physical activity for health and well-being and is consistent with the President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition's annual recognition of the month since 1983.
"The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department is proud to be part of a community that values health, well-being, and economic vitality through physical activity and sports," said Jennifer Cirillo, director of Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation. "Our commitment to providing a wide variety of accessible parks and facilities supports the initiative to promote regular physical activity for everyone while also driving the sports economy. Our partnership with the Palm Beach County Sports Commission has resulted in our County being one of the top sports destinations in the country. We are dedicated to ensuring all residents and visitors have opportunities to participate in fitness and sports activities, helping to create a healthier, happier community."
Providing opportunities for healthy, happy living through award-winning parks, inclusive experiences and environmental stewardship, the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department makes the quality of life for residents and visitors better by providing diverse, safe and affordable recreation services, welcoming parks and enriching social and cultural experiences.
The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department is recognized nationally for excellence in park and recreation management and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Discover healthy, happy living at
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