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Duncan proclaims April 5–11 as Week of the Young Child
Summary
Mayor Blake read a proclamation at the March 13 council meeting declaring April 5–11, 2025, as Week of the Young Child in Duncan, following a request from Shari Elkins of First Things First to recognize the importance of early childhood development.
At the March 13 meeting, Mayor Blake read a proclamation declaring April 5–11, 2025, as Week of the Young Child in Duncan. Shari Elkins, Regional Director for the Graham/Greenlee region of First Things First, requested the recognition and was acknowledged by the council.
The proclamation, presented to highlight the importance of high‑quality early‑childhood experiences, states such investments benefit children, families and the broader community through improved educational outcomes and economic opportunity. The proclamation asks residents to join the town in recognizing the week and supporting early childhood services and programs.
No formal council vote on the proclamation is recorded beyond Mayor Blake’s reading of the document during the meeting.
