National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics formerly known as American Dietetic Association. The campaign is designed to focus attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. National Nutrition Month also promotes the Academy and its members to the public and the media as the most valuable and credible source of timely, scientifically based food and nutrition information. In lieu of National Nutrition Month, Michigan Indian Community Member Aarti Batavia Mehta who is a Michigan Dietetic Association spokesperson approached the Novi City Clerk with a request for a proclamation from the Mayor.
So what are Proclamations? Quoting Aarti
Proclamations are typically issued by the Mayor to recognize the importance of a community event, significant achievements by a community member, or to signal role in significant national events. These mayoral proclamations typically must have a specific connection to the city, such as highlighting an event taking place, in this case, it was declaring March as National Nutrition Month. The Proclamation was read by Mayor Bob Gatt at a City Council meeting on February 21st and I was then asked to say a few words. This proclamation will also be posted on the City’s website.
Congratulations Aarti!! We are proud of you.
