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Mayor Mirabelli proclaims Oct. 23–31 Red Ribbon Week in Mountainside
Summary
Mayor Paul N. Mirabelli proclaimed Oct. 23–31, 2024 as Red Ribbon Week in Mountainside, noting the observance’s origin as a tribute to DEA agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena and urging community participation in prevention efforts.
At the Oct. 15 meeting, Mayor Paul N. Mirabelli issued a proclamation designating Oct. 23–31, 2024 as Red Ribbon Week in the Borough of Mountainside. The proclamation cites the annual observance’s origin: a 1985 tribute to Drug Enforcement Administration Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena and the importance of educating youth about preventing substance abuse.
The proclamation urged residents, schools and community organizations to participate in activities that promote healthy, drug-free lifestyles and was recorded in the meeting minutes. No formal council action beyond entry of the proclamation into the record was taken.
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