HomeMy WebLinkAbout16-94 RESOLUTION NO. 16-94
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles,
supporting Referendum 43, Reauthorization of the Omnibus
Drug Act
WHEREAS, The Omnibus Drug Act provides critical resources for addressing the
broad range of drug-related problems that plague our state, particularly crime, violence
and joblessness; and
WHEREAS, The act incorporates a comprehensive, long-term approach to treat
and prevent chemical dependency and supports programs that include drug and alcohol
treatment, law enforcement, education, social services and criminal justice assistance; and
WHEREAS, The act provides cities with direct funds for initiatives such as DARE
and other substance abuse programs; and
WHEREAS, Failure to pass Referendum 43 will mean the loss of important
services and severely impact our ability to deal with the issues of drug and alcohol abuse,
and related problems such as crime, youth violence and family dysfunction; and
WHEREAS, Enhanced penalties in the 1994 Violence Reduction Act will be null
and void without this funding, as specifically stated in the legislation; and
WHEREAS, New funds provided through the Omnibus Drug Act will expand and
support service restructuring, community networks, and provide much needed additional
funding for community priorities in combating youth violence;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City of Port Angeles supports the
passage of Referendum 43 and endorses the continuation of the Omnibus Drug Act
indefinitely.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Port Angeles at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the 4th day of October, 1994.
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ATTEST: (I MAYOR
P~ky J. '0~-7~ty Clev~ -
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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