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CC Regular Session Meeting Date: 02/28/2017 By: Jo Thieling, Administrative Services 4. 8. Information Title Adopt Resolution #17-02-056 Proclaiming March 7, 2017 as: A Day of Action to End Domestic Violence Purpose/Background: Purpose: To adopt a resolution showing the City of Ramsey's support in proclaiming a day of action to end domestic violence. Background: A request was received from Connie Moore, Executive Director of Alexandra house, to formally recognize March 7 as a Day of Action to End Domestic Violence. Domestic and sexual violence is endemic in our communities and our state. Domestic and sexual violence do not exist in silos in our communities. Many forms of injustice and violence intersect with each other to make our communities unsafe. The devastating effects of economic violence ripple throughout our state, which leave our neighbors struggling to make ends meet. For a number of years, six statewide coalitions, encompassing over 80 domestic violence organizations statewide, dedicated to ending sexual and domestic violence, have organized the "Action Day to End Violence Against Women at the Capitol. Historically, this event has been a collective effort to raise awareness about the devastating impact of violence against women in Minnesota and included meetings with legislators and a noon rally. This year the coalition is trying a different approach. The various coalitions and domestic and sexual violence organizations are each organizing an event within their own community and asking their cities and counties to declare March 7, 2017, A Day of Action to End Domestic Violence. By locally proclaiming March 7, 2017, A Day of Action to End Domestic Violence, the City of Ramsey shows it recognition of both the gravity of the problem and the importance of the ongoing work to create a violence -free community in the region. The City's proclamation will add to the chorus of voices across the state insisting that women, men, and children all have a right to seek peace and safety in their lives. The resolution/proclamation is attached for Council review and formal adoption. Upon adoption, staff will forward a copy to Ms. Moore. Action: Motion to adopt Resolution #17-02-056 Proclaiming March 7, 2017 as: A Day of Action to End Domestic Violence. Attachments Res Procl a Day of Action to End Domestic Violence Form Review Inbox Reviewed By Date Kurt Ulrich Kurt Ulrich 02/23/2017 03:08 PM Form Started By: Jo Thieling Started On: 02/23/2017 02:06 PM Final Approval Date: 02/23/2017