R-1146-08 RESOLUTION NO. 1146-08
A RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE COUNCIL SUPPORTING
THE CHILDREN'S TRUST WHICH IS A BALLOT QUESTION ON AUGUST 26,
2008, AND URGING ALL ELECTORS TO SUPPORT THIS IMPORTANT MISSION.
WHEREAS, The Children's Trust, whose mission is to improve the life of all children and
their families in Miami-Dade County was approved by the voters in September, 2002; and
WHEREAS, A"sunset provision" requires that the initiative be returned for voters
approval, which vote is set for August 26, 2008; and
WHEREAS, The Children's Trust has become a recognized leader in planning,
advocating, and funding quality services which improve the life of children and their families;
and
WHEREAS, the Children's Trust has created efficient, practical and legendary programs
which are specifically focused and dedicated to the well-being of our shared community's
children.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Miami Shores Village Council that:
Section 1. The Miami Shores Village Council supports the continuation of funding for
The Children's Trust and urges the voters of Miami Shores Village to elect to continue funding
for this program.
Section 2. The Village Clerk is directed to forward a copy of this Resolution to the
Miami Dade County Board of County Commissioners and the Miami-Dade County Mayor.
Section 3. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon its adoption by
the Village Council.
PASSED THIS 15t:hday of JulY , 2008.
ATTEST:
&,�v a- Herta Holly, Mayor
Barbara A. Estep, MMC
Village Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Richard Sarafan
Village Attorney