La Verne
City Council
Agenda Item 5
5.\nDomestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation Request. House of Ruth, a nonprofit that\nhas served survivors of domestic violence and their families in Eastern Los Angeles for over 48\nyears, is requesting City Council approval to present a proclamation this October recognizing\nDomestic Violence Awareness Month, which raises awareness and supports survivors. Per City\nPolicy, non-annual proclamations require Council approval on the consent calendar prior to\npresentation.\nRecommendation: That the City Council approve presenting a proclamation for Domestic\nViolence Awareness Month at the October 20 City Council meeting.