FOR THE COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 2, 2024
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
TO: City Council
FROM: Interim City Manager Alex Posada
SUBJECT: Proclamation – “National Child Abuse Awareness Month” – April 2024
Present a Proclamatio n recognizing the month of April 2024, as “National Child Abuse Awareness Month” in the City of Santa Maria.
BACKGROUND:
Child abuse and neglect are a community condition and problem . Finding solutions depends on involvement among people in the community. North County Rape Crisis and Child Protection Center and its partners have been committed to educating the community on child abuse and neglect and are sponsoring several events throughout the month to heighten public awareness of abuse in the Northern County of Santa Barba ra.
These events will provide information and materials that support families to prevent child maltreatment and celebrate people who work with and support children and families.
Attachment: Proclamation