Board advances CEDAW ordinance to second reading after unanimous approval in concept
Supervisors approved in concept an ordinance incorporating the principles of CEDAW into county policy and directing departments to report on progress; the ordinance establishes accountability mechanisms but does not create new programs or positions without further board authorization.
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The Board of Supervisors gave conceptual approval on Sept. 29 to a county ordinance that adopts the principles of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) as a policy framework for county programs, services and planning.
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