Title: JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest

Summary: Recognizing and commending the 2015 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest for their significance in this state and the South Florida community, etc.

Full Text:
WHEREAS, the JCC Maccabi ArtsFest is a unique program that aims to inspire Jewish teenagers to develop their individuality through workshops, performance exhibitions, community service, and social activities, and WHEREAS, the JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest have a tremendously positive impact on the Broward County community by creating a lasting legacy throughout South Florida and generating approximately $1.8 million to boost Broward County s economy, and WHEREAS, the JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest include the JCC Cares program, a hands-on civic service project based on the tradition of individuals giving back to their community in a helpful, meaningful, and proactive way, and WHEREAS, the David Posnack Jewish Community Center in Broward County is honored to be a host for the 2015 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest, which will be held August 9-14, 2015, making a positive difference in the lives of the youth in this state, nation, and world, NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved by the Senate of the State of Florida: That the 2015 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest are commended and recognized for their significance in this state and the South Florida community. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution, with the Seal of the Senate affixed, be presented to the David Posnack Jewish Community Center as a tangible token of the sentiments of the Florida Senate.