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Adopt and present a resolution proclaiming April 2018 as "Children's Month" in Solano County to commemorate observances for children during the month of April (Supervisor Hannigan)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution proclaiming April 2018 as "Children's Month" in Solano County to support celebrations that raise awareness of critical children's issues and commemorate observances for children, including:
* Month of the Military Child
* Child Abuse Prevention Month
* National Library Week (April 8-14) and El D?a de los Ni?os/Libros (April 30)
* Children's Light of Hope Day (April 24)
* Children's Memorial Flag Day (April 27)
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Board of Supervisors is being asked to adopt a Resolution recognizing April 2018 as "Children's Month" in Solano County, to support celebrations and observances for children and acknowledge the importance of all County residents in supporting the health, safety and well-being of Solano's children by ensuring that children have a safe and nurturing environment to reach their full potential.
In 1986, Defense Secretary Casper Weinberger designated April as the "Month of the Military Child" as a way to honor military children for their sacrifices and courage and to share with the world the important role military children play in the armed forces community. This brings the opportunity for community partnerships between organizations educating the public on the impact of deployment, creating community support networks, delivering educational, recreational and social outreach programs and ensuring that military youth become part of ongoing programs offered in the communities where they live.
The Solano Children's Alliance/Solano Child Abuse Prevention Council along with the Family Resource Center Network and other community partners, spo...
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