Fiscal Note
No fiscal impact.
Title
Proclaiming April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Body
WHEREAS, child abuse is a complex and ongoing problem in our society, affecting great numbers of children in the City of Madison; and
WHEREAS, every child is entitled to be loved, cared for, nurtured, and secure and to be free from verbal abuse, sexual abuse, emotional and psychical abuse and neglect; and
WHEREAS, the City of Madison has dedicated individuals and organizations who work daily to counter the problem of child abuse and neglect to help parents obtain the assistance they need; and
WHEREAS, City of Madison residents celebrate children, this city’s greatest resource and the community leaders of tomorrow;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Common Council of the City of Madison do hereby proclaim the month of April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month.