CC 2019-03-26_06b Honorary Proclamation_Month of the ChildOF
HONORARY PROCLAMATION DECLARING
THE MONTH OF APRIL 2019 AS "MONTH OF THE CHILD"
and "CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH"
and APRIL 13, 2019 AS "DAY OF THE CHILD"
WHEREAS, the Arroyo Grande City Council recognizes that every moment in a child's life is an
opportunity for that child to learn, that the quality of these experiences may determine whether a
child succeeds in school and in life, and that all children need caring and loving adults in their lives;
and
WHEREAS, "Month of the Child" and "Child Abuse Prevention Month" is a time to commit
ourselves to ensuring that each and every child experiences a high quality early environment -at
home, at childcare, at school and in the community -that will promote their optimal development;
and
WHEREAS, Saturday, April 13, 2019, will commemorate "Day of the Child" at the 4pt Annual
Children's Day in the Plaza celebration from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the San Luis Obispo
Mission Plaza, 4 where children and families will have the opportunity to discover creativity,
individuality, diversity and the arts while exploring community resources; and
WHEREAS, a variety of other events will provide an opportunity to acknowledge the dedication of
individuals and organizations to improve the lives of children and youth in our county, and raise
the awareness of the community, employers and elected officials of the need to improve the quality,
availability, and accessibility of programs supporting children; and
WHEREAS, Friday, April 26, 2019 will be the 11 th Annual Child Abuse Prevention Academy,
hosted by Center for Family Strengthening and Cuesta College, to raise awareness about children
who suffer daily from abuse and neglect, and to support strategies that strengthen families and
protect our young ones; and
WHEREAS, may we remember to listen to and watch the children around us, to have patience, and
to allow them the opportunity to enjoy the journey of childhood.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande
hereby declares the month of April 2019 as "Month of the Child" and "Child Abuse Prevention
Month", and April 13, 2019 as "Day of the Child".
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal
of the City of Arroyo Grande to be affJXed this 26 th day of March 2019.
CAREN RAY RUSSOM, MAYOR
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