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Council proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in partnership with Dove Center
Summary
Mayor Nanette Billings read and the council unanimously approved a proclamation designating October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Hurricane City, reiterating local support and urging residents to learn resources and report abuse.
Mayor Nanette Billings presented a proclamation designating October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in partnership with the Dove Center. The proclamation summarized statistics cited in the statement — including statewide intimate‑partner violence rates and child exposure to family violence — and urged residents to use October to learn how to break the silence and access local resources.
Councilmembers voiced support and reflected on the importance of public awareness. The council unanimously approved the proclamation with a motion from Councilman Hershey and a second from Councilman Thomas. No further action or funding was tied to the proclamation; it is a formal statement of recognition and support for local victims and service providers.
