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Mayor Tucci proclaims April 2026 National Autism Acceptance Month
Summary
Mayor Janet W. Tucci proclaimed April 2026 as National Autism Acceptance Month for West Long Branch, citing national and state prevalence figures and urging municipal support for inclusion and services.
Mayor Janet W. Tucci read a proclamation at the March 18 council meeting declaring April 2026 "NATIONAL AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH" for the Borough of West Long Branch.
The proclamation noted that autism affects how people learn and interact, cited prevalences of "1 in 31 children nationally and 1 in 29 in New Jersey," and called for municipal efforts to support autism-friendly law enforcement, recreation and housing. The document also recognized Autism New Jersey's ongoing awareness work and urged local respect and services for individuals across the spectrum.
The proclamation was entered into the record as part of the standing-committee reports. No vote was required; Mayor Tucci signed the proclamation during the meeting.
