HomeMy WebLinkAboutproclamation 2006-04 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
PROCLAMATION
No. 2006-04
WHEREAS, violence against women and children continues to become a more prevalent social problem; and
WHEREAS, the problems of domestic violence are not confined to any groups of people, but cross all economic, racial and societal barriers and are supported by societal indifference;
and
WHEREAS, the impact of domestic violence is wide-ranging, directly affecting families and society; and
WHEREAS, Cassie’s Law has been signed by Governor Dirk Kempthorne, to expand the protection of Idahoans from domestic violence; and
WHEREAS, across the state we continue to see a reduction in the request for protection orders; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting to set aside a special time to bring this issue to the attention of the citizens of Rexburg so they can become better informed and involved in programs to eliminate
this epidemic from our society ; and
WHEREAS, the Idaho Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence and the Idaho Council Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance are joining forces with victim service programs, criminal
justice officials and concerned citizens throughout Idaho and across the country to observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, MAYOR LARSEN, MAYOR OF REXBURG, do hereby proclaim the month of October, 2006, to be
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
in Rexburg. Dated this 13th day of September, 2006
Approved:
__________________________
Shawn Larsen
Mayor
Attest:
______________________
Blair D. Kay, City Clerk