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Board adopts gold resolutions honoring human‑trafficking awareness, tourism anniversary and recognizes DA’s comfort dog Miranda
Summary
The Board of Supervisors adopted a gold resolution recognizing Human Trafficking Awareness Month, observed Sonoma County Tourism’s 20th anniversary with a resolution, and honored Miranda, the District Attorney’s comfort dog, in a ceremonial segment.
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors used part of its Jan. 7 meeting for ceremonial recognitions and adoption of gold resolutions.
Human trafficking awareness: The board adopted a gold resolution recognizing Human Trafficking Awareness Month and outlining the county’s multi‑agency response. District Attorney staff described the county task force’s work, victim services provided through the Family Justice Center, and regional coordination with federal law‑enforcement partners. The DA’s office described trends (online recruitment, drug dependency leading to exploitation, and labor trafficking) and cited national estimates in the resolution text. The DA said the office will continue partnering with community organizations, including Redemption House, Verity, the Family Justice Center and others.
Comfort dog Miranda: The board recognized Miranda, the District Attorney’s Office comfort dog assigned to victim services, and shared specific examples of courtroom and victim-support work. The DA’s office and victim advocates described Miranda calming victims during preliminary hearings and trials and providing support during high‑stress court appearances. The board presented a resolution honoring Miranda’s service and invited staff and community partners for a photo.
Sonoma County Tourism: The board adopted a gold resolution marking the 20th anniversary of Sonoma County Tourism. County and tourism leaders noted growth in transient occupancy tax revenue from an estimated $5 million initially to about $31–35 million at peak years, the sector’s role in the county economy and a tourism stewardship initiative the organization plans to announce. The tourism director thanked founding partners and recognized collaboration with the county’s economic development team.
Each resolution was introduced and adopted by the board during the meeting; supporting organizations and staff attended the ceremonial presentations.
