HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTIONS - 01012004 - 2004-231 In the Matter of RESOLUTION NO.2+ 231
DECLARING MAY 2004 AS FOSTER PARENT"RECOGNITION MONTH
IN CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
Whereas,the American family,serving as the primary source of love,identity,self-esteem,
and support, is the very foundation of our communities and our nation; and
Whereas, there are currently 2,000 children in foster care in Contra Costa County due to
problems of abuse and neglect who need the temporary safety and security of a stable
foster family until they can achieve a safe, permanent family environment; and
Whereas,emergency foster families open their homes and hearts to these children in crisis,
often in the middle of the night and without notice, comforting and holding these
frightened and confused children; and
Whereas,over 425 foster families in Contra Costa County dedicate themselves to providing
these children with the love and values that help prepare there for responsible adult living;
and
Whereas,numerous public and private agencies work to increase the public's awareness of
the needs of children in foster care and the enduring and valuable contribution of foster
parents.
Now,therefore,be it resolved that the Board of Supervisors declares May 2004 as FOSTER
PARENT RECOGNITION MONTH in Contra Costa County.
PASSED by a unanimous vote of the Supervisors present this 11th day of May 2004.
FE 'ERAL b.GLOVER
Chair
District V Supervisor,,
JOHN GIOIA GAYLE ,UILKEMA
District I Supervisor District II Supervisor
MLLIE GREENBERG MARK DeSAULNIE
District III Supervisor District IV Supervisor
Witness my hand and the seal of the Board of Supervisors
* affixed on this 11th day of May 2004.
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JOHN SWEETEN,Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and
County A rninistrator.
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By: _ Deputy
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't C RESOLUTION NO.2004/231