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FL S1922

Resolution

Status

Introduced

5/2/2013

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Clemens

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes May 3, 2013, as "Lake Worth Centennial Day" in Florida
  • Commemorates the City of Lake Worth's incorporation as the "Town of Lake Worth" in June 1913
  • Notes the city's historical development including the 1919 automobile bridge, 1920s hotel and entertainment venues, 1930s WPA gymnasium (now City Hall), 1954 pier, and 1961 power plant
  • Acknowledges Lake Worth's founding by Samuel and Fannie James, an African-American couple and former slaves, who arrived at Lake Worth Lagoon in 1883
  • Recognizes Lake Worth as a culturally diverse municipality with residents from more than 50 different nationalities

Legislative Description

Lake Worth Centennial Day

Last Action

Adopted

5/3/2013

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