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April 16, 1979
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RESOLUTION NO. 6251
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING
EARLY CHILDHOOD AND FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAMS
FUNDED BY THE MINNESOTA LEGISLATURE
THROUGH THE COUNCIL ON QUALITY EDUCATION
WHEREAS, the family is seen as a major component of the American social
structure and the primary institution for the nurture of the next generation;
and
WHEREAS, efforts to support and strengthen the family unit can result
in individuals better prepared for modern life; and
WHEREAS, recent research has shown that the years from birth to six are
the most crucial years in laying foundations for this future competence; and
WHEREAS, the stress on and progressive fragmentation of the family
endangers the effective performance of the child-rearing role; and
WHEREAS, the partnership of nation, state, community, school and family
is seen as essential in the enhancement of the quality of life of all citizens,
including the youngest members of society; and
WHEREAS, the City Council affirms federal, state, community and school
efforts to aid families in the development of individuals who, at all ages,
have the capacity for more productive living; and
WHEREAS, as an outgrowth of this philosophy, families in St. Louis Park
have been effectively served by the state -funded TIME OUT program of early
childhood and family education; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park that
the Minnesota State Legislature is strongly urged to enact legislation which
will fund early childhood and family education programs through the Council
on Quality Education.
Adopted by the City Co� cil April 16, 1979
May
Attest:
City Clerk 64'4441-1'1
Reviewed for administration: Approved as to form and legality:
City Manager
City Attorney