Proclamation'
WHEREAS, on behalf of the citizens of Chino, we recognize the month of September 2023, as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, shedding light on those suffering with depression or other mental or behavioral health issues; and
WHEREAS, the health and well-being of all our citizens is of the utmost importance; and WHEREAS, the City of Chino, San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, and Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) recognize suicide is a human tragedy that transcends socioeconomic status, age, gender, and ethnicity; and WHEREAS, suicide is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming the lives of over 48,100 in 2021; the second leading cause of death for ages 10-14 and 20-34, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
WHEREAS, suicide has an everlasting impact on the survivors who are left to process the loss of their loved one and who are at the increased risk of suicide themselves; and WHEREAS, suicide is preventable through increased knowledge about warning signs, timely intervention, and by limiting access to lethal means for those at risk; and WHEREAS, suicide prevention efforts should be developed and encouraged to the maximum extent possible, and the City of Chino offers mental health services to youth, adults, and families.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CHINO, do hereby proclaim September 2023 as:
"SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH"
in the City of Chino and urge all citizens to continue to work to prevent suicide and to take action, know the signs, reach out, and know there is help and hope.
PRESENTED THIS 5TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2023.
EUNICE M. ULLOA, Mayor
ATTEST:
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NATALIE GONZAGA, City Clerk