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Columbus City Council recognizes Franklin County Children Services, and celebrates National Family Week.
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WHEREAS, celebrated for more than 30 years, National Family Week will be held during the week of Thanksgiving; and
WHEREAS, this celebration honors the connections that support and strengthen families, whether they are within the families or in the community at large. That's why the theme is "Connections Count"; and
WHEREAS, the theme embraces the premise that children's lives are better when their families are strong, and families are strong when they live in communities that connect them to economic opportunities, social networks, and services. These "connections," also include: dependable transportation, reliable childcare, accessible health care, applicable education and training, and affordable housing; and
WHEREAS, Franklin County Children Services is working with St. Stephen's Community House, The Neighborhood House, Central Community House, South Side Settlement, and Gladden Community House, to plan special activities for the Columbus area. The organizations will come together for one large community celebration and then each site will host its own smaller event; and
WHEREAS, this will also be the agency's first year participating in "National Family Week, " which will feature a special program on Monday, November 19th from 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M., at 855 West Mound Street, a historic event for Franklin County Children Services, and the community; and
WHEREAS, The Alliance for Children and Families, a non-profit membership association representing child-and family-serving organizations in the United States and Canada, has directed National Family Week efforts for more than 30 years. The National Family Week is supported by The Annie E. Casey Foundation; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
To declare November 19th, "National Family Week" in the City of Columbus.