[political leader name and address]

Dear [political leader]:

As [your title], I am writing to request your support of National Beach Safety Week [dates]. Specifically, I am asking that that you declare [your area's] participation via proclamation.

Our waters can be a wonderful recreational resource, but they can also be treacherous. Lifeguards are provided in an effort to reduce the number of accidents at our beaches, but we cannot do the job alone. An informed public is essential to maintaining adequate levels of beach and water safety.

The objective of National Beach Safety Week is to make citizens aware of the need to be safe while in and near the water. This objective stresses the following:

• Swim Near A Lifeguard
• Learn To Swim
• Never Swim Alone
• Don't Fight The Current
• Swim Sober
• Leash Your Board
• Don't Float Where You Can't Swim
• Life Jackets = Boating Safety
• Don't Dive Headfirst, Protect Your Neck
• At Home, You're The Lifeguard

The United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) is a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving beach safety in America and we are an affiliate chapter of USLA. Our membership includes professional beach lifeguards in this area, joining lifeguards from across the country.

Thank you for considering this request. Your support will help make our beaches a safer place for residents and tourists alike.

Sincerely,

[name]
[title]

WHEREAS, [insert term for natives of your area] and visitors alike are drawn to these beaches by the millions each year for water and beach activities; and,

WHEREAS, the aquatic environment has dangers that can be effectively managed through public awareness and the vigilance of professional lifeguards; and,

WHEREAS, for reasons of public safety, an annual reminder of the joys and hazards associated with the aquatic environment are appropriate at the commencement of the busy summer beach season; and,

WHEREAS, [insert term for natives of your area] and visitors alike must remember to Never Swim Alone, Always Swim Near a Lifeguard, Never Drink Alcohol Before Swimming, Respect the Power of the Surf, and Learn to Swim;

NOW, THEREFORE, I [name of political leader], by virtue of the authority vested in me as [title of political leader], do hereby proclaim [dates of National Beach Safety Week] as:

National Beach Safety Week