20070501

THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF SAN MATEO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA DESIGNATING APRIL 25, 2007 AS

START! WALKING AT WORK DAY

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WHEREAS, each year 1.2 million Americans suffer a new and recurrent coronary attack, and cardiovascular disease is the nation’s leading cause of death with direct and indirect costs estimated to be $431.8 billion in 2007; and

WHEREAS, more physical activity can help improve these statistics; and

WHEREAS, counties take seriously their responsibility to protect and enhance the health, welfare and safety of residents in sensible and cost-effective ways; and

WHEREAS, adults may gain up to two hours of life expectancy for every one hour of vigorous exercise; and

WHEREAS, in addition to increased life expectancy, regular walking has many proven benefits for an individual’s overall health. Brisk walking for 30 minutes a day can lower both bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and high blood pressure. It can also help individuals who are overweight achieve and maintain weight loss, and reduce their risk of stroke; and

WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that physically active people save $330 per year in direct medical expenditures; and

WHEREAS, studies indicate that one of the best investments a company can make is in the health of its employees. By promoting a culture of physical activity, corporate America can decrease healthcare costs, increase productivity, and improve the quality of life and longevity of the US workforce; and

WHEREAS, on Start! Walking At Work Day, April 25th, the American Heart Association’s Start! movement calls on all employees to wear sneakers to work and Start! Walking At Work; and

WHEREAS, the purpose behind Start! Walking At Work Day is to get Americans to become more physically active by walking, and urge all citizens to show their support for walking and the fight against heart disease and commemorate this day by walking at work. By increasing awareness of the importance of physical activity to reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease, we can save thousands of lives each year.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors designates April 25, 2007, as Start! Walking At Work throughout San Mateo County.

Dated: April 25, 2007

SUPERVISORS:

ROSE JACOBS GIBSON, PRESIDENT

MARK CHURCH

RICHARD GORDON

JERRY HILL

ADRIENNE J. TISSIER

Attest:

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Deputy Clerk of the Board of Supervisors



*THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF SAN MATEO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA DESIGNATING APRIL 25, 2007 AS*
START! WALKING AT WORK DAY
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WHEREAS, each year 1.2 million Americans suffer a new and recurrent coronary attack, and cardiovascular disease is the nation’s leading cause of death with direct and indirect costs estimated to be $431.8 billion in 2007; and

WHEREAS, more physical activity can help improve these statistics; and

WHEREAS, counties take seriously their responsibility to protect and enhance the health, welfare and safety of residents in sensible and cost-effective ways; and

WHEREAS, adults may gain up to two hours of life expectancy for every one hour of vigorous exercise; and

WHEREAS, in addition to increased life expectancy, regular walking has many proven benefits for an individual’s overall health. Brisk walking for 30 minutes a day can lower both bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and high blood pressure. It can also help individuals who are overweight achieve and maintain weight loss, and reduce their risk of stroke; and

WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that physically active people save $330 per year in direct medical expenditures; and

WHEREAS, studies indicate that one of the best investments a company can make is in the health of its employees. By promoting a culture of physical activity, corporate America can decrease healthcare costs, increase productivity, and improve the quality of life and longevity of the US workforce; and

WHEREAS, on Start! Walking At Work Day, April 25th, the American Heart Association’s Start! movement calls on all employees to wear sneakers to work and Start! Walking At Work; and

WHEREAS, the purpose behind Start! Walking At Work Day is to get Americans to become more physically active by walking, and urge all citizens to show their support for walking and the fight against heart disease and commemorate this day by walking at work. By increasing awareness of the importance of physical activity to reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease, we can save thousands of lives each year.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors designates April 25, 2007, as Start! Walking At Work throughout San Mateo County.

Dated: April 25, 2007

		SUPERVISORS:

			*ROSE JACOBS GIBSON, PRESIDENT*

			*MARK CHURCH*

			*RICHARD GORDON*

			*JERRY HILL*

			*ADRIENNE J. TISSIER*


*Attest:*	*_________________________________*
	*Deputy Clerk of the Board of Supervisors*