PROCLAMATION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
PROCLAIMING AUGUST 31, 2024, AS
INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY
IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
WHEREAS, the City of San Bernardino does affirm and acknowledge the harm and hardship caused by drug overdose; and,
WHEREAS, we recognize the purpose of International Overdose Awareness Day as remembering loved ones lost to overdose and ending the stigma of drug-related deaths; and,
WHEREAS, we resolve to play our part in reducing the toll of overdose in our community, which claimed the lives of more than 598 residents of San Bernardino County, and over 12,000 Californians, last year together with countless more affected forever; and,
WHEREAS, we affirm that the people affected by overdose are our sons and daughters, our mothers and fathers, our brothers and sisters, and deserving of our love, compassion and support.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Mayor & City Council of San Bernardino do hereby proclaim August 31, 2024, as International Overdose Awareness Day in the City of San Bernardino.
Presented this 21st day of August 2024