HomeMy WebLinkAboutR25-034 Designating the Week of April 6-12, 2025 Crime Victims' Rights Week Docusign Envelope ID:62F3CDA3-B33E-494D-8966-0512C4C92F56
Commissioner scherr moved adoption
of the following proclamation:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - 034
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF APRIL 6—APRIL 12, 2025
AS CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS WEEK
WHEREAS,Americans are victims of more than 26 million crimes each year, and each crime affects
many more family members, friends, neighbors and co-workers;and
WHEREAS, crime and trauma can leave a lasting physical, emotional, or financial impact on people
of all ages and abilities, and of all economic,racial, and social backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, victims' rights are a critical component of the promise of"justice for all,"the foundation
for our system of justice in America; and
WHEREAS, with the full weight of their community and victim service providers behind them,
survivors will feel empowered to face their grief, loss, fear, anger, and shame, without fear of
judgment and will feel understood and worthy of support; and
WHEREAS,National Crime Victims' Rights Week, provides an opportunity to celebrate the energy,
creativity, and commitment that launched the victims' rights movement, inspired its progress, and
continues to advance the cause of justice for crime victims; and
WHEREAS, observing victims' rights and treating victims with dignity and respect serves the public
interest by engaging victims in the justice system; and
WHEREAS, the Eagle County Board of Commissioners (the "Board") and our law enforcement
partners throughout Eagle County are joining forces with victim service programs, other criminal
justice officials, and concerned citizens throughout Eagle County and America to raise awareness
about victims' rights and observe National Crime Victim' Rights Week.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF THE COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO:
THAT,the week of April 6-April 12, 2025, is hereby designated Crime Victims' Rights Week.
THAT, this Resolution reaffirms this County's commitment to respect and enforce victims' rights and
address their needs throughout the year.
THAT,the Board express appreciation for those victims and crime survivors who have turned personal
tragedy into a motivating force to improve our response to crime victims and build a more just
community.
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THAT, the Board hereby finds, determines and declares that this Resolution is an important
acknowledgment for the health and safety of the public in the County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
MOVED, READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle,
State of Colorado, at its regular meeting held the 1st day of April 2025.
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Commissioner Boyd seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll having
been called, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner McQueeney Aye
Commissioner Boyd Aye
Commissioner Scherr Aye
This resolution passed by 3/0 vote of the Board of County Commissioners of the County of
Eagle, State of Colorado