Proclamation®
WHEREAS, Autism is a lifelong neurological disorder with current statistics bringing it to 1 in 36 children diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder in the United States; and WHEREAS, Autism affects each individual in different ways and can range from very mild to severe, knows no racial, ethnic, or social boundaries, and affects young and old alike in the City of Chino; and
WHEREAS, our understanding of Autism has grown tremendously since it was first diagnosed; there is no known cure for Autism. Accurate, early diagnosis and the resulting appropriate education and intervention are vital to the future growth and development of the individual; and WHEREAS, hope lies in a broad spectrum of treatments, and in an informed public and community committed to providing support and service to individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder; and
WHEREAS, the Autism Society Inland Empire has been serving the Inland Empire for over 36 years and their mission is to create connections empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF CHINO, do hereby proclaim April 2024 as
AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH
in the City of Chino and encourage all citizens to join the effort to raise awareness of Autism.
PRESENTED THIS 2ND DAY OF APRIL 2024.
EUNICE M. ULLOA, Mayor
ATTEST:
NATALIE GONZAGA, City Clerk