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January 17, 2017 (Regular Meeting) Page 3005 PROCLAMATICN WHEREAS, Black History/African-American History Month is the observance of a special period to recognize the achievements and contributions of African- Americans to our county, state, and nation; and WHEREAS, this observance presents the special opportunity to become more knowledgeable about black heritage, and to honor the many black leaders who have played a part in the progress of our county; and WHEREAS, such knowledge can strengthen the insight of all our citizens regarding the issues of human rights, the great strides that have been made in the crusade to eliminate the barriers of equality for minority groups, and the continuing struggle against racial discrimination and poverty; WHEREAS, as a result of their determination, hard work, intelligence, and perseverance, African-Americans have achieved exceptional success in all aspects of society including business, education, politics, science, athletics, and the arts; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Commissioners for Cabarrus County, North Carolina, do hereby proclaim February 2017 as Black History/African-American History Month and encourage all citizens to participate in the educational and celebratory events honoring the contributions and accomplishments of African-Americans. Adopted this the 17th day of January, 2017 . /s/ Stephen M. Morris Stephen M. Morris, Chairman Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners (D) INFORMAL COMMENTS Chairman Morris opened the meeting for Informal Public Comments at 6:42 p.m. He stated each speaker would be limited to three minutes. Janelle Gingrich-Caudle, resident of Harrisburg and Good Samaritan Society Founder and President, commented on the Cabarrus County Animal Shelter. With there being no one else to address the Board, Chairman Morris closed that portion of the meeting. (E) OLD BUSINESS None. (F) CONSENT (F-1) BOC - Resolution Amending the Board of Commissioners' 2017 Meeting Schedule Board members have consulted their schedules and March 23, 2017 was selected to hold the Cabarrus Summit - 1st Quarterly Meeting at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord. The attached resolution approves the updated meeting schedule. UPON MOTION of Commissioner Kiger, seconded by Commissioner Shue and unanimously carried, the Board adopted the Resolution Amending the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners' 2017 Meeting Schedule. Resolution No. 2 017-01 Resolution Amending the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners' 2017 Meeting Schedule Whereas, on December 19, 2016, the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners adopted a meeting schedule for calendar year 2017, which sets forth the dates, times and locations of various official county meetings; Whereas, the Board desires to hold a summit, at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord, North Carolina;