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For Recording Stamp Only
BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON
PROCLAMATION
A Proclamation Declaring April 2014 *
Child Abuse Prevention Month *
WHEREAS, there were 2,500 reports of child abuse and neglect in Central
Oregon last year; and
WHEREAS, we all have a responsibility, as individuals, neighbors,
community members and citizens of Central Oregon to help create healthy, safe,
nurturing experiences for children; and
WHEREAS, safe and healthy childhoods help produce confident and
successful adults; and
WHEREAS, child abuse and neglect often occur when people find themselves
in stressful situations, without community resources, and don’t know how to cope;
and
WHEREAS, the majority of child abuse and neglect cases stem from
situations and conditions that are preventable with the support of an engaged
community; and
WHEREAS, child abuse and neglect can be reduced by making sure that
families have the support and access to services they need to raise their children in a
healthy environment; and
WHEREAS; child abuse and neglect not only directly harm children, but the
trauma can also increase the likelihood of criminal behavior, substance abuse, health
problems such as heart disease and obesity, and poor academic outcomes; and
WHEREAS; effective prevention programs succeed because of partnerships
among agencies, schools, faith communities, philanthropic and civic organizations,
law enforcement agencies, and the business community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Deschutes County Board
of Commissioners does hereby proclaim April 2014 to be Child Abuse Prevention
Month in Deschutes County and we urge all citizens to work together to make sure
every family has the support they need and deserve to raise their children in a healthy
environment.
DATED this 31st Day of March 2014 by the Deschutes County Board of
Commissioners.
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TAMMY BANEY, Chair
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ANTHONY DEBONE, Vice Chair
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ALAN UNGER, Commissioner
ATTEST:
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Recording Secretary