IV. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS

City Council Meeting · 2026-06-17 · agenda_item

This item concerns a "Back the Blue & Red March" event, a community gathering to show support for first responders like police and firefighters. The event was organized by Shannon Cook and featured a special guest, DJ Daniel, a 14-year-old who has become a national symbol of courage while battling cancer. The event included meet-and-greets, equipment displays, and recognition ceremonies, aiming to strengthen community relationships with public safety agencies. This event has already occurred, with a joint ceremony on March 9th where DJ Daniel was sworn in as an honorary officer by Lake County law enforcement and as an honorary firefighter by Lake County Fire Departments. The City of Tavares Police Department provided transportation for DJ Daniel. This event is past and does not represent a future project for contractors or suppliers.

DJ's age

14 years old

law enforcement agencies DJ sworn in by

4500

DJ's brain surgeries

13

honorary officer swearing-in ceremony date

March 9th

honorary firefighter status

several hundred