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In the Muter of Resolution No 99/249
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Whereas, a bridge(if peace is a relationship of trust, respect and
cooperation between youth who do and see differently, and
Whereas, violence can begin with misunderstanding, fear, competition,
distrust and a lack of cooperation between people
of diversity;and
Whereas, , "every child deserves to grow up safe and healthy, free from real
or perceived threats of violence,and
Whereas, West Contra Costa County continues its commitment to crime
and violence prevention,safe streets and environments where,
youth of diversity can interact and achieve peace,education
and happiness; and
Whereas, The Memorial Committee for West Contra Costa County Youth
Who Died By Violence was formed in May 1997 by
volunteers,and _
Whereas, on May 23, 1999, at 2:00 PM,The Memorial Committee for
West Contra Costa County Youth Who ivied By Violence will
host a dedication ceremony unveiling the benches that have
been painted by community and memorial committee members
in commemoration of friends and loved ones of youth who
have died by violence.
Now, Therefore,Be ft Resolivedthat the Contra Costa County board of
Supervisors does hereby proclaim May,2 1,;1999,A 6Av or
DEDICATION FOR YOUTH WHO DIED BY vIOLBNCE and encourage all -
citizens to attend and participate in the dedication program
and to help the community.promote our common goal of
peaceful and safe communities throughout Contra
Costa County.
PASSED by unanimous vote of the Board Members present on this
1 l3"'clay of May,1999.
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hn GI o , Di t# ACOyle B. I erns, District If
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[donna Cer er, lstrlct III Mark Desaulnier, District IV
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Witness my hand and the Se of the Board of Supervisors affixed this I e day of May, 1999.
PHIL BATCHELOR,Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
and County Administrator
Deput Ierk
Introduced by Supervisor John Gioia, District One
RESOLUTION NO. 99/248