HomeMy WebLinkAboutReg 2003-10-20 Item 3 - Proclamation - National Domestic Violence Awareness Month - OctoberPROCLAMATION
'f! WHEREAS, domestic violence is a leading cause of death, killing more
women than car crashes, muggings and rape combined; and
WHEREAS, it has been estimated that every nine seconds, a woman is beaten
by her husband or boyfriend in this country; and
WHEREAS, nearly 30% of all homicides in King County are domestic violence
related compared to a nationwide percentage of 15% and;
WHEREAS, in 2002 there were 679 domestic violence calls dispatched in
Tukwila, and
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WHEREAS, families and communities are strengthened by holding domestic
violence perpetrators accountable for their crimes; and
WHEREAS, recognizing domestic violence victims is important for our
communities to promote healing and empowerment; and c
WHEREAS, October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence
Awareness Month and increasing public awareness and understanding of domestic
violence will promote safety, health and wellness for victims;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mayor Steve Mullet, Mayor of Tukwila, do hereby
proclaim the month of October 2003 to be:
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
in the City of Tukwila, and encourage everyone in our community to take an active
role in supporting victims so they can lead healthy lives safe from violent and
abusive behavior.
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Signed this day of 2003.
Office of the Mayor
Tukwila, Washington
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Steven M. Mullet, Mayor of Tukwila