Amended Agenda Item 2A - Proclamation Gail Bakerf}roclamation
Honoring Gail Baker for her Distinguished Public Service
WHEREAS, in her position of Recreation Coordinator, Gail Baker served the citizens of Atlantic Beach and
the surrounding communities for 21 years; and
WHEREAS, from the first day the doors opened, Gail Baker had a vision that the Donner Park Community
Center would become a place where children thrive by having access to the support, services and opportunities
they needed to succeed; and
WHEREAS, Gail Baker was the driving force behind a successful after-school program that provides a safe
haven to keep kids away from violence which allows them to develop skills and interact positively with peers; and
WHEREAS, Gail Baker brought a caring nature to her position and those who worked with her often saw
young children greet "Miss Gail" with an enthusiastic hug; and
WHEREAS, Gail Baker's sense of caring was not limited to the community's youth but included senior
citizens as well. She was instrumental in creating a senior citizens program which provides a place for the seniors
to be creative and socialize; and
WHEREAS, referred to by many as the "heartbeat of the community", Gail Baker did a tremendous job
creating and coordinating the many events that occur throughout our community such as: the after-school
program, senior citizens program, OctoberFest event, Angel Tree, Donner Park toy giveaway, and summer camp;
and
WHEREAS, Gail Baker earned the affection of a host of area residents who were proud to call her "friend",
and her dedication to the community had won the highest regard of the City Commission and citizens of Atlantic
Beach; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach that Gail Baker
be forever honored and remembered for her many years of devotion and dedicated service to the City of Atlantic
Beach and its citizens.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Atlantic Beach expresses its sincere regret at the passing of our
friend and extends deepest sympathy to her loved ones.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and
caused the Official Seal of the City of Atlantic Beach
to be affixed this 14th day of April2014.