Proclamation proclaiming October 2015 domestic violence awareness month BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
PROCLAMATION
PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2015 AS
"DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS"MONTH IN LEWIS COUNTY
WHEREAS,Domestic Violence Awareness Month is intended to draw attention to the fact that
domestic violence is widespread and impacts every community member of Lewis County WA; and
WHEREAS,the crime of Domestic Violence violates an individual's privacy, dignity, security,
and humanity due to the systematic use of physical, emotional, sexual, psychological, and economic
control and/or abuse; 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 indifferences; and
WHEREAS,we must work together to educate our community about Domestic Violence
prevention, supporting survivors, and speaking out against harmful attitudes and actions, victims should
have help to find compassion, comfort, and the help they need, and domestic abusers should be punished
to the fullest extent of the law; and
WHEREAS,with leadership, dedication, and encouragement,there is evidence that we can be
successful in preventing Domestic Violence in Lewis County through increased education, awareness,
and community involvement; and
WHEREAS,The Human Response Network is the recognized accredited service provider for
Domestic Violence advocacy services for the citizens of Lewis County.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Lewis County Commissioners (BOCC), do
hereby proclaim the month of October 2015, as"Domestic Violence Awareness Month"in Lewis County.
We ask that community members recognize the serious impact of Domestic Violence and to support, and
embrace the significant role each of us can play in the prevention of Domestic Violence.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 5TH day of October 2015
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Karri Muir, CMC
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Executive Summary
BOCC Meeting Date:
2015-10-05
Contact:
Karri Muir
Department:
Board of County Commissioners
Wording
Proclamation proclaiming the month of October 2015, as "Domestic Violence Awareness" month in
Lewis County.
Description
Domestic Violence Awareness Month is intended to draw attention to the fact that domestic violence
is widespread and impacts every community member of Lewis County WA.
Recommendation
Other
BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Resolution #: BOCC Meeting Date: Oct 05, 2015
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Notice
Proclamation proclaiming the month of October 2015, as "Domestic Violence Awareness" month in Lewis
County.
Brief Reason for BOCC Action:
Domestic Violence Awareness Month is intended to draw attention to the fact that domestic violence is
widespread and impacts every community member of Lewis County WA.
Submitted By: Wilson, Lisa Phone:
Date Submitted: Sep 23, 2015
Contact Person Who Will Attend BOCC Meeting: Karri Muir
Action Needed: Approve Resolution
Publication Requirements:
Hearing Date: Oct 05, 2015
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