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Home My WebLink About2018-10-16 ProclamationItem Number: 3.a. + r ui �1 lat • yyrrmr�� CITY Ok 10WA CITY www.icgov.org October 16, 2018 ATTACHMENTS: Description Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery Day proclamation Ok ^fir, ' 30. vV-)� 1 v City of Iowa City l PROCLAMATION , Y. Iy Whereas, the City of Iowa City is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living in and visiting our city; and Whereas, fire is.a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes are the locations where people are at greatest risk from fire; and Whereas, between the hours of 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM are the peak alarm times for fire deaths—when people tend to be asleep; and Whereas, almost two-thirds of home fire deaths in the United States resulted from fires in homes with inoperable smoke alarms or no smoke alarms; and Whereas, the designation of a special day to remind residents of Iowa City to change the batteries in their smoke alarms, timed to coincide with the fall ritual of changing clocks, would greatly diminish the chance of this tragedy occurring in Iowa City; and Whereas, smoke alarms should be replaced every ten years; and Whereas, November 4th, 2018 is the day the citizens of Iowa City change their clocks from daylight savings time to standard time. Now, Therefore, I James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim November 4, 2018 to be Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery Day in Iowa City and urge all residents to change their smoke alarm batteries and install new smoke alarms and to replace smoke alarms if they are ten years old or older. ZL--- irlo K ; ‘04; Y, ' hi ), I Signed in Iowa City, Iowa A 1:;) i n l�;'t, is; this 16th day of October, 2018. ) ,,l ‘ „ �;, _err_ (.0: -"; ,� Item Number: 3.b. + r ui �1 lat • yyrrmr�� CITY Ok 10WA CITY www.icgov.org October 16, 2018 ATTACHMENTS: Description Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation ��ii��1�\�\\\1 City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking affects women, children and men of all racial, cultural and economic backgrounds, causing long-term physical, psychological and emotional harm; and Whereas, one in three Americans have witnessed an incident of domestic violence; and Whereas, children who experience domestic violence are at a higher risk for failure in school, mental illness, substance abuse, suicide, and may choose violence as a way to solve problems later in life; and Whereas, domestic violence in rural communities exists as a hidden, silent and often unrecognized crime that is often underreported; and Whereas,through the inspiration, courage and persistence of victims of domestic violence, their children and advocates, our communities are learning to recognize the impact of violence in the home and intimate relationships; and Whereas, the Domestic Violence Intervention Program has worked to end violence in intimate relationships for more than 39 years through the collaborative partnerships of advocates, volunteers, local municipalities, criminal justice, health and human services, faith communities, business leaders and private citizens; and Whereas, our community's achievements should be commended and we must continue our commitment to respect and support victims of domestic violence and to prevent future violence in our community. Now, Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim the month of October 2018 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month In Iowa City, Iowa, and urge all citizens to work together to eliminate domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking from our community. l :;)1� Mayo 1(:; +;r A ��" �. �,� Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 16th day of October, 2018 111111 Anyone can be battered in an intimate relationship: heterosexual, Resources „_, . "vs. 1 homosexual, people of all social, oa economic, racial, religious and ethnic DVIP provides the following 10• lir .1 groups. But, by far, women are most commonly battered, and typically by services: \ ,. !�t— their male intimate partner. Perhaps 24 Hour Hotline someone you care about is in danger. IN 1-800-373-1043 What follows are some typical abusive behaviors: 24 Hour Safe Shelter, Domestic Violence Transitional Housing, Affects Everyone • Violence, such as punches, slaps, kicks, Y choking & pushing Housing assistance Domestic violence is a pattern of • Forced sex against your/their will behavior used to establish power • Put downs, name calling, humiliation in Advocacy and control over another through front of others in Working With Law Enforcement, emotional attack, fear and Medical and Social Services intimidation. • Destroys property, injures pets or Domestic violence or battering often displays weapons in a threatening way includes the threat or use of • Isolation by controlling who time is spent :; . violence; in Iowa this violence is a with, who you talk to, or where you go f crime. Battering happens when one • Threatens the children or flees with the person believes he or she is entitled children _; to control another. • Blames their actions on others or . DVIP is Confidential minimizes the severity , ' All services provided are free and • Forces them to make decisions out of confidential to anyone fear of what will/could be done - _ experiencing relationship violence. • Uses/forces substance abuse to control and manipulate ,'' DVIP is Inclusive and mobile We do not discriminate based on • Controls finances; manipulates what and sexual orientation, gender identity, where money is spent or how it is DVIP also provides race, color, age, religion, political earned the following ongoing support beliefs. mental or physical disability, services: economic standing or any other Counseling & Support Groups beliefs and affiliations. We also Battering is not mutual and is not a Children's Support Services understand that safety and sobriety couple's quarrel. Disagreements Volunteer Opportunities do not always go hand in hand. happen occasionally in all Mobile Advocacy Our advocates will travel to meet clients where they are in either relationships, but battering invades Community Education urban or rural areas. every aspect of a relationship with All of services are free & fear and control. confidential Z 4,<, �AHow Can I Domestic Violence Intervention Program United Help? � Way � p VI Med rhysl Ohm=a wsriny.. Here are 4 things you can do Domestic Violence Intervention Program to help adults and children affected by domestic violence. Serving Cedar, Des Moines, Henry, Iowa, Johnson, Lee, Van Buren & 1 . Donate your time. If you can drive Washington Counties - a car, pick up donations, play with children, help out in an office or do .. •�! 24 Hour Hotline: maintenance — you're just the 1 -800-373-1043 person we're looking for! Just afe / — . iii w hours a week can make a world i ' _ TTY& Interpretation Services Available of difference. + ' . r . \ .7 1\ # 0*. 2. Learn as much as you can about '•`'+ �. Home Office: domestic violence. Learning about \ `; 1105 S. Gilbert Ct. #300 domestic violence and community Iowa City, Iowa 52240 ` ` ` i resources is the first step. The • Shelter Line: 319-351-1043 second step is sharing the Office: 319-356-9863 information with someone you care • Fax: 319-466-4624 about. Cedar County: 319-325-0033 3. Next time you go shopping, pick Safety & Dignity Iowa County: 319-520-5262 up some extra supplies for the shelter. If you can use it at home, • • A Promise Des Moines & Henry County: so can we! Contact our offices for 319-850-8518 drop off locations in your area! W e Must Keep . ' 319.930.2030 Lee & Van Buren County: 4. Sign up for our monthly e- 319-520-0568 newsletter to learn how you can be �/� Washington & Des Moines County: an impact for change. DVIPFs Mission 319-520-0554 www.dvipiowa.org The Mission of the Domestic Violence Johnson County: The Domestic Violence Intervention Intervention Program is to provide 319-351-1043 comprehensive support and advocacy Program, providing support and p pp Contact us on the Web: resources to individuals battered services to victim/survivors, focusing on Website: www.dvipiowa.org by their intimate partner. immediate and long-term safety, Email: dvip@dvipiowa.org empowerment, dignity, and hope. In Facebook: facebook.com/iowadvip 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call collaboration with the community, we our toll free hotline for to reach an strive to end domestic abuse through All Services Are Free And Confidential. advocate that meets victims where education, accountability, and social they need. justice. 1 .800.3 73.1043 , 41.411 •_ 1 I i t*1 i i I ._. P 1,1.., P1 ' 4.. ., . . ..,. Domestic Violence Intervention Program Youth Served: 265 ,_'-Percent of Victims Choked: 22% Percent of Victims Stalked after ending the relationship: 31% • bents Served: . ' -4',' Ilk 1746 t s People Served in se`" Johnson County: People Served in -ctF 937 Rural Communities: f ' 307 SX. We are not Percent of People who feel safer because of DVIP: Shatters I al ci) C) 96/° 0 we area I mosaic of s, . Y . * ' I: All services are free the battles and con f identiaL www.dvipiowa.org : l,' j 24/7 Hotline: 800-373-1043 VI , ' ' we Ve wo i • DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INTERVENTION PROGRAM 1105 S. GILBERT CT. #300 IOWA CITY, IA 52240 +41111 MAI 24 HOUR HOTLINE: 1-800-373-1043 BUSINESS LINE: 319-356.9863 EXT. 3 S M T W T F SP , P 1 2 3 4 5 6 Shop for SPONSORED L Solon city council Shelter 03 All month long: Silent Witnesses Proclamation 9am-4pm 13 up at area libraries 5:30 pm JoCo HyVees EVENTS FOR C 7 8 Hills city 9Coralville city 10 11 Consent 12 13 WCCADV Karaoke United Action for DOMESTIC (13 council council Youth in Their Shoes Symposium Proclamation Proclamation Studio 13 Riverside,IA Vfpm 7 pm 6:30 pm 9-12 pm 9-1130am \Il O L E N C E 4, 14 15 16 17 18 HABA 19 20 training and Iowa County AWARE N E S S CD goods drive Fall Festival 8 am-9 am 10 am-3 pm W MONTH 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 L Trans American Corks &Coring 4-8 pm Pat Meyer Award Big Grove for at ICPL Events that are italicized REQUIRE EC Good 5-8 pm 12-1 pm RESERVATIONS- Trans American Corks & 0 28 29 31 Events in BOLD are Caring, HABA Salon & UAY in Their shoes 4.1V Awesome Fundraising 0 email altamp@dvipiowa.org for more events open to the public! information about registering for upcoming events + r ui �1 lat • yyrrmr�� CITY Ok 10WA CITY www.icgov.org October 16, 2018 ATTACHMENTS: Description United Nations Day proclamation Item Number: 3.c. ..._5 C. ZiR• t* 11%.1 City of Iowa City Proclamation F.' \, Whereas, the United Nations was founded at the end of World War II to try to bring together a world devastated by war and injustice; and Whereas, the United Nations continues to provide a forum for countries to work together for security and development, to make progress toward combating disease, hunger, and poverty, to support action to combat climate change, and to encourage quality education for all; and Whereas, 2018 is the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, in which the nations of the world defined fundamental freedoms to be enjoyed by all people everywhere; and Whereas, the United Nations works through a variety of agencies to provide peacekeepers in war-ravaged areas, to support refugees from wars and discrimination, and to encourage international cooperation; and Whereas, the United Nations benefits the people of Iowa by protecting the environment, curbing climate change, preventing the spread of infectious diseases, facilitating international air travel, and expanding markets for Iowa farm and factory products by improving standards of living worldwide; and Whereas, the United Nations promotes values and practices cherished by Iowans including respect for life, the peaceful resolution of conflict, assistance to those in need, human dignity, and self-government; Now, Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim October 24, 2018 to be United Nations Day In Iowa City, and encourage all citizens, residents, and visitors to join in observing this day and focusing on the vision of a world filled with peace and justice, brought about by the cooperation of all nations. 17<71L--- 1 , M E. 0 t 4 "' - Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, F. i �,,� q Imo, ' / this 16th day of October 2018 f. 'Airs n11/4 / 14_i,) City of Iowa City Proclamation Whereas, the United Nations was founded at the end of World War 11 to try to bring together a world devastated by war and injustice; and Whereas, the United Nations continues to provide a forum for countries to work together for security and development, to make progress toward combating disease, hunger, and poverty, to support action to combat climate change, and to encourage quality education for all; and Whereas, 2018 is the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, in which the nations of the world defined fundamental freedoms to be enjoyed by all people everywhere; and Whereas, the United Nations works through a variety of agencies to provide peacekeepers in war -ravaged areas, to support refugees from wars and discrimination, and to encourage international cooperation; and Whereas, the United Nations benefits the people of Iowa by protecting the environment, curbing climate change, preventing the spread of infectious diseases, facilitating international air travel, and expanding markets for Iowa farm and factory products by improving standards of living worldwide; and Whereas, the United Nations promotes values and practices cherished by Iowans including respect for life, the peaceful resolution of conflict, assistance to those in need, human dignity, and self-government; Now, Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim October 24, 2018 to be United Nations Day In Iowa City, and encourage all citizens, residents, and visitors to join in observing this day and focusing on the vision of a world filled with peace and justice, brought about by the cooperation of all nations. Mayor Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, this 16th day of October 2018