20050322 R-05-13RESOLUTION R-05-13
RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE ON CHILDREN AND
FAMILIES IN THE CITY OF FAIRFAX.
WHEREAS, the City of Fairfax is committed to enhancing the quality of life
for children and families; and
WHEREAS, it is essential that the City of Fairfax stay competitive in
attracting the next generation of families; and,
WHEREAS, building upon the existing network of programs in the City of
Fairfax that serve children and families offers an effective platform for identifying
unmet needs and a vehicle for expanding or improving existing programs; and
WHEREAS, a concerned group of citizens has proposed an initiative to
focus on said issues; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council commend the spirit and resolve of this
group of citizens who are committed to improving government services,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the
City of Fairfax this 22nd day of March, 2005 establishes a one-year task force on
Children and Families. The Task Force will identify needs, raise awareness, and
recommend the development of programs for all families in the City. The Task
Force will consist of the following individuals and/or groups: Jennifer Robinson
(Chair); Janice Murray (Vice-Chair); a representative from PRAB, a PTA
representative from Daniels Run and Providence Elementary Schools; and additional
members of the community appointed by the task force, not to exceed twelve people.
The Task Force will provide the City Council with at least quarterly updates on
recommendations during the one-year study period.
ATTEST:
The motion to adopt the resolution was approved 6-0.
Vote
Councilmember Cross
Councilman Greenfield
Councilmember Lyon
Councilman Rasmussen
Councilman Silverthorne
Councilmember Winter
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye