Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Victims Services topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
San Marcos proclaims National Crime Victims’ Rights Week observance
Summary
The city proclaimed National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and recognized the San Marcos Police Department’s victim services unit and local volunteers for supporting survivors and raising awareness around victims’ rights under the theme “kinship.”
Mayor Jane Houston proclaimed the week designated for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in San Marcos, urging residents to recognize victims’ rights and support trauma-informed services.
The proclamation described victims’ rights as statutory protections that enable meaningful participation in the criminal justice process and presented the theme "kinship" as a call to ensure safe, supportive environments for survivors. The San Marcos Police Department’s victim services unit and local volunteers were cited for their work helping victims find support, recovery and navigation of the justice system.
A San Marcos Police Department representative thanked the city and volunteers and described the victim services unit’s work to strengthen survivors and build resilience in the community.
The item was presented as a ceremonial proclamation and did not include any formal policy changes or votes by the council.
