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Coconino County designates October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Summary
The Board unanimously approved a proclamation recognizing October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and heard from victim‑services partners about available resources and the rising caseload described by the county attorney.
The Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a proclamation designating October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Victim services staff read the proclamation, which calls attention to the prevalence and impacts of domestic violence and encourages culturally responsive, trauma‑informed services. County Attorney Ammon Barker described recent local casework and urged survivors to contact available supports. Representatives from local nonprofits (Sharon Manor, Northland Family Help Center, Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona) thanked the board and outlined local shelter, counseling and 24‑hour crisis line resources.
Action: Supervisor Begay moved adoption; Supervisor Ontiveros seconded; the board voted aye unanimously.
Next steps: Staff and nonprofit partners highlighted upcoming outreach events and resources; the board invited staff to share event information with the public and to participate in a photo with the proclamation outside the courthouse.
Sources: Staff reading of the proclamation and public comments (victim‑witness staff; Ammon Barker; Sharon Manor; Northland Family Help Center).
