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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR15-026 National Crime Victims' Rights Week Commissioner WIC moved adoption of the following Resolution: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO RESOLUTION NO.2015 - C)v V DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF APRIL 19—APRIL 25, 2015 AS NATIONAL 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 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, Victims know best how to direct and manage their own lives, and true recovery from crime will incorporate a victim's cultural, religious, economic, social, and personal interests; 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, April 19—25, 2015, 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, today thousands of victim assistance programs provide help and support to child victims of violence and sexual abuse; stalking victims; survivors of homicide victims; victims of drunk-driving crashes; and victims of domestic, dating, and sexual violence and other crimes; and WHEREAS, observing victims' rights and treating victims with dignity and respect serves the public interest by engaging victims in the justice system, inspiring respect for public authorities, and promoting confidence in public safety; and WHEREAS,the Eagle County Sheriff's Office is 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,THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO does hereby proclaim the week of April 19 - April 25, 2015, as Crime Victims' Rights Week and reaffirms this County's commitment to respect and enforce victims' rights and address their needs throughout the year. We express our 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. THAT, the Board hereby finds, determines and declares that this Resolution is an important acknowledgement 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?'II day of April, 2015. COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO, by and Through Its ATTEST: 0 % BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS l �� , �. �i�:►„. By: /A4 ,�L(1//0 '� Teak J. Simonton Kathy $handler-Henry • Clerk to the Board of Chairman County Commissioners fr j a nne McQue ne Vommissioner ,, / A -Ille(117 / i� Jif H. Ryan 'ommissioner Commissioner `11"4%--t. seconded adoption of the foregoing proclamation. The roll having been called, the vote was as follows: _ Commissioner Chandler-Henry " Commissioner McQueeney in Commissioner Ryan I This Resolution passed by 16 vote of the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado.