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DUBLIN
CALIFORNIA
STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
Agenda Item 3.1
DATE: October 1, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Linda Smith, City Manager
SU B.ECT: Presentation of the Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
Proclamation
Prepared by: Marissa Clevenger, Administrative Technician
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will present the Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
proclamation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present the Proclamation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month is recognized annually during the month of
October. October is significant because in October 1987, the first Domestic Violence Awareness
Month was observed, which also marked the introduction of the first national domestic violence
toll -free hotline. In 1989 the U.S. Congress designated October as National Domestic Violence
Awareness Month and such legislation has passed every year since.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1) Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month Proclamation
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Attachment I
A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF D UBLIN, CALIFORNIA
"Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month"
WHEREAS, one in every three women will experience domestic violence during her lifetime; and approximately 15.5 million children are exposed to
domestic violence every year; and
WHEREAS, the problem of domestic violence is not confined to any group or groups of people, but crosses all economic, racial, gender, educational,
religious, and societal barriers, and is sustained by societal indifference; and
WHEREAS, victims of domestic violence should have access to medical and legal services, counseling, transitional housing, and other supportive
services so that they can escape the cycle of abuse; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin encourages victims of domestic violence and their families to seek assistance from Rewire Community, Tri-Valley Haven,
and other appropriate victims services organizations, and recognizes the compassion and dedication of the individuals who provide services to victims of
domestic violence; and
WHEREAS, local programs, state coalitions, national organizations, and other agencies nationwide are committed to increasing public awareness of
domestic violence and its prevalence, and to eliminating it through prevention and education.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Dublin City Council does hereby proclaim October 2024 as `Domestic Violence Awareness and
Prevention Month" in the City of Dublin and encourages the community to be cognizant of the important work done by domestic violence programs and
victims service providers, as well as actively participate in the scheduled activities and programs that work towards the elimination of personal and
institutional violence against women and children.
DATED: October i, 2024
Mayor Michael McCorriston
CouncilmeJean
Councilm mber Kashef Qaadri Councilmember Janine Thalblum
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