Submitted by: Laura Reams
Submitting Department: City Clerk
Agenda Section: Proclamation
Item Title:
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Proclamation Designating June 20th as National Ask Day
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Mayor and Council designate June 20, 2020 as National Ask Day in Hyattsville.
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Summary Background:
This proclamation will join others, in cities and states across the country, designating June 20, 2020 as the second annual ASK Day in the City of Hyattsville, Maryland in order to promote the importance of asking about unlocked guns in homes where children play. The Asking Saves Kids (ASK) Campaign was created in collaboration with the American Academy of Pediatrics. Just as it has become common for parents to ask safety questions about nut allergies or how children will be supervised, parents can take an important step to ensure the safety of their children simply by asking, “Is there an unlocked gun where my child plays?” On June 20, 2020, organizations and individuals around the country will celebrate National ASK Day. Held annually on the first day of summer, ASK Day reminds parents about the importance of asking if there are unlocked guns in the homes where their children play.
Next Steps:
Recognize ASK Day.
Fiscal Impact:
None
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend Support.
Community Engagement:
Recognition of ASK Day has been planned on the City’s social media.
Strategic Goals:
Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A