Proclamation

THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
COUNTY OF SAN MATEO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA

PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 2009 AS

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH

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WHEREAS, it has come to the attention of the Board of Supervisors of San Mateo County that the month of April be designated as CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH; and

WHEREAS, every child in San Mateo County is a precious gift, full of promise and potential; and child abuse and neglect is a serious problem in San Mateo County and across the nation; and

WHEREAS, the prevention of child abuse is crucial to the preservation of the health and well-being of San Mateo County’s families, and can be accomplished by providing support and information to families as well as through increased community awareness; and

WHEREAS, all children learn from role models at home, at their place of worship, at school, and in their communities and all children benefit from the love and leadership displayed by caring and responsible adults; and

WHEREAS, children are our most precious resource and San Mateo County is committed to keeping all children safe and happy.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Mateo, State of California, hereby proclaims APRIL 2009 as CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS MONTH.

Dated: April 14, 2009

SUPERVISORS:

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MARK CHURCH, President

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CAROLE GROOM

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RICHARD S. GORDON

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ROSE JACOBS GIBSON

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ADRIENNE J. TISSIER

Attest:

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Deputy Clerk of the Board of Supervisors