Resolution Declaring March 9-15, 2025, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week

Original title: RESO Declaring March 9-15, 2025, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week, Urging All Citizens to Participate in Activities & Events Promoting Awareness & Support, & Commending the North FL Ch of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society & Jax Bourbon Social for Their Efforts to Assist Those Living with MS (Jimenez) (Introduced by CM Peluso) (Co-Sponsors CMs Salem, Clark-Murray, Pittman & Freeman) 2/11/25 CO Introduced: R 2/18/25 R Approve 5-0 2/25/25 CO Approve 17-0

Record date · February 25, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The City Council has officially designated March 9-15, 2025, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. The encourages residents to participate in local awareness events and commends the North Florida Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Jax Bourbon Social for their support of individuals living with the condition.

Why it matters

This establishes a formal week of recognition for Multiple Sclerosis in the city, which serves to promote public awareness and acknowledge the work of local organizations supporting residents with the condition.

Who It Affects

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Residents living with Multiple Sclerosis

The resolution provides formal city recognition of their condition and awareness efforts.

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North Florida Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society

The organization receives formal commendation from the City Council for their work.

Key Facts

The City Council officially designated March 9-15, 2025, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week.
The resolution was introduced by CM Peluso and co-sponsored by CMs Salem, Clark-Murray, Pittman, and Freeman.
The resolution commends the North Florida Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Jax Bourbon Social.
The resolution passed the City Council with a 17-0 vote on February 25, 2025.

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The resolution was previously approved by a committee with a 5-0 vote on February 18, 2025.
The file number for this resolution is 2025-0113-A.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution provide funding for MS research?

No, the document is a of recognition and does not allocate city funds.

What is the purpose of this resolution?

The purpose is to declare a specific week for Multiple Sclerosis awareness and to formally commend local organizations for their support efforts.

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