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STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
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DATE: April 7, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation
Prepared by: Vanessa Rosales, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will present the Sexual Assault Awareness Month proclamation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present the proclamation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
Sexual Assault Awareness Month is intended to draw attention to the fact that sexual violence
is widespread and has public health implications for the community. With this proclamation, the
City of Dublin reaffirms its commitment to bringing awareness of sexual assault and its
impacts.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation
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A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
“Sexual Assault Awareness Month”
WHEREAS, Sexual Assault Awareness Month is intended to draw attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and has
public health implications for every community member of Dublin; and
WHEREAS, to reduce the risk of sexual violence and improve the overall well -being, we must work to create more connected,
respective, and inclusive communities. By fostering equity for people of all g enders, sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, ages, faiths,
and abilities, we can make our communities safer and stronger for everyone; and
WHEREAS, statistics indicate that nearly one in five women will experience sexual assault by the time they complete college; and
WHEREAS, sexual harassment, assault, and abuse occur in all communities, including online spaces. As we spend more time online for
work, school, or entertainment, the risk of online abuse and harassment also grows. Consent and boundaries can be violated online in
many ways, and the trauma of online abuse is very real for many survivors; and
WHEREAS, Tri-Valley Haven, a vital community organization serving adults and children who have experienced sexual assault,
maintains a 24/7 crisis helpline, serves as advocates for the Tri -Valley’s Sexual Assault Response Team, manages a Rape Crisis Center,
and maintains the Tri-Valley’s only confidential shelter for survivors in our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby proclaim April 2026 as Sexual
Assault Awareness Month in the City of Dublin and encourages all residents to speak out when witnessing acts of violence and to learn
how to create a safe and respectful community.
DATED: April 7, 2026
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