PROCLAMATION | ||||
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS | ||||
PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING JANUARY 2008 AS | ||||
National Mentoring Month | ||||
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WHEREAS, since 2002, the month of January has been set aside to focus attention nationally on the vital role that mentors play in the lives of countless youth, young adults and their families; and | ||||
WHEREAS, in San Mateo County, hundreds of young people benefit daily from the guidance and support of a tireless adult, who provides a certain level of intangibles that create hope, self-worth and dignity; and | ||||
WHEREAS, in San Mateo County, thousands of young people await their chance to be matched with a mentor, who will help motivate them to see and to reach beyond themselves for a brighter future; and | ||||
WHEREAS, since 2004, the Mentoring Coalition of San Mateo County has consolidated the energies and resources of nine organizations and have matched some 750 dedicated mentors with more than 1,500 clients countywide; and | ||||
WHEREAS, the tremendously positive impact that mentors have on the overall community is proven and undeniable; and the need for adult mentors of all age groups is continuous because the influence of a role model lasts a lifetime. | ||||
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Mateo, State of California, hereby designates January 2008 as National Mentoring Month and the Board further recognizes the critical importance of mentors in helping to ensure the future viability of the Peninsula. | ||||
Dated: JANUARY 29, 2008 | ||||
SUPERVISORS: |
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ADRIENNE J. TISSIER, PRESIDENT | ||||
MARK CHURCH | ||||
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Attest: |
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Deputy Clerk of the Board of Supervisors |