90-SSRESOLUTION NO. 90-~5-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, RELATIVE
TO CHILDREN'S SERVICES; PROVIDING AND
EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, there is a mammoth crisis in meeting the diverse
needs of Florida's children; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Health and Rehabilitation Services
has an overload of responsibilities trying to remedy the after effects
of neglect; and
WHEREAS, children's basic needs of health and security are
being minimized, lives are being lost, while there is a concentration
on costly prevention; and
WHEREAS, children unfortunately non-voting, are not receiving
their due recognition as the most valuable foundation for a secure
nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA:
Section 1. That Florida give tangible recognition of the
importance of children in our society by establishing a Department of
Children's Services whose director shall be granted the status of a
seat in the Governor's cabinet.
Section 2. This Resolution shall take effect immediately
upon passage.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS.~9 day of /~q~/~/ , 1990.
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