HomeMy WebLinkAbout86-131RESOLUTION DECLARING OCTOBER 1986 AS NATIONAL CRIME PREVENTION MONTH
WHEREAS, crime and the fear of crime continue to be foremost in
the minds of citizens and continue to cast a shadow of insecurity over the
lives of Californians; and
WHEREAS, there has been a 5~ increase in the crime rate, in the
County of Butte; and
WHEREAS, there is a need to promote utilization of strategies
and proven methods of reducing crime through partnerships among government,
law enforcement, the business community and the citizens of Butte County;
and
WHEREAS, it is essential for the citizens of Butte County to
continue to support and encourage the involvement of all community members
in effective crime prevention programs;. and
WHEREAS, during the month of October> 1986, we observe California
Domestic Violence Awareness Week, September 28 - October 4, to increase
public awareness of this serious problem affecting people of all ages, races
and economic levels; and
WHEREAS, California Sexual Violence Awareness Week, October 5-11,
allows us to focus on the awareness, education and prevention of such crimes
that are specifically degrading to humanity; and
WHEREAS, California Drug Abuse Awareness Week> October 12-18,
will promote drug abuse education so that our youth and adults will recognize
their strengths, self esteem and individuality through a drug free society;
and
WHEREAS, California Safe Schools Week, October 19-25, provides
an opportunity for school officials, law enforcement officials and students
to identify effective prevention programs and solutions to school crime
and violence; and
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WHEREAS, California Delinquency Prevention Week, October 26
November 1, will highlight the positive impact and influence of programs
which address youth crime and the importance of delinquency prevention;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Butte County Board of
Supervisors do hereby declare October 1986 as "Crime Prevention Plonth" in
Butte County and urge all citizens to participate in this nationwide effort
to prevent crime.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Supervisors, County of Butte,
State of California this 7th day of October 1986 by the
following vote:
AYES: Supervisors Dolan, Fulton, McInturf, Wheeler and Chairman McLaughlin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
NOT VOTING: None
C ~
ED MCLAUGHLIN, Chai an of the
Butte County Board of Supervisors
ATTEST:
MARTIN J. NICHOLS, Chief Administrative
Officer and Clerk of the Board
By: ~~