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ALACHUA COUNTY, FL - Alachua County is celebrating America (Florida) Saves Week from February 21 - 28, 2010. The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners will enact a proclamation at their regular Board meeting on February 23, at 9 a.m. County residents are encouraged to become an American Saver.
The 2010 slogan is "Start Small. Think Big." UF-IFAS Extension and the Florida Department of Financial Services have partnered to organize Florida Saves Week and supporting materials. The local Alachua County Extension Office, Community Support Services and RBC bank are providing a variety of activities and media options for the public this week.
All during the week, individuals and families are encouraged to register to become a committed saver. Registration is available on February 22 and 23 at RBC Bank located at Millennium Center (4340 West Newberry Road, Gainesville) from 1 to 4 p.m. or by visiting www.americasaves.org. Those who do register will receive periodic mailings of additional saving tips to help continue the saving habit throughout the year ahead.
For more information, contact Dr. Brenda Williams, Alachua County Extension Office at 352-955-2402.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in order to participate in a County program, service or public meeting, please contact the Alachua County Equal Opportunity Office at 352-374-5275 at least 2 business days prior to the event. TTY users please call 711 (Florida Relay Service).