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Council issues proclamation supporting Phelps County Walk to End Alzheimer's
Summary
The council received a presentation from the Alzheimer’s Association about the Phelps County Walk to End Alzheimer’s, heard disease statistics and resources, and adopted a proclamation encouraging citizen participation in the Sept. 27 event.
The Rolla City Council on Aug. 4 received a presentation from the Alzheimer’s Association and issued a proclamation encouraging community participation in the Phelps County Walk to End Alzheimer’s scheduled for Sept. 27 at Lions Club Park.
Why it matters: The Alzheimer’s Association described the disease burden and the association’s local services, and council members used a proclamation to highlight the walk and local support resources.
What the council heard: Jamie Shank, the Phelps County Walk manager for the Alzheimer’s Association, described the organization’s mission to accelerate research, promote early detection and risk reduction, and provide care and support services. Shank cited 2024 Alzheimer’s statistics: projections that U.S. costs could rise toward $1 trillion by 2050, and lifetime risk figures presented for men and women; the presenter emphasized early detection and listed 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
Shank invited citizens to register for the Sept. 27 Phelps County Walk to End Alzheimer’s at alz.org/walk and provided a contact phone number: (314) 801‑0444. The council read a proclamation noting the scale of Alzheimer’s impact, the local services funded by walk proceeds (caregiver support groups, educational workshops and a 24/7 helpline), and encouraged citizen participation.
Action taken: Council members read and presented the proclamation; the meeting record shows the council welcomed the presentation and encouraged residents to register for the event.
What remains: The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is scheduled for Sept. 27 at Lions Club Park; the Alzheimer’s Association will continue local outreach and resource provision.
Sources: Presentation by Jamie Shank and proclamation read during the meeting.
