Domestic violence awareness promoted in Fountain Hills
Mayor Ginny Dickey and Councilman Gerry Friedel join in proclaiming October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month for Fountain Hills. As a council member Friedel represents the town on the Maricopa Association of Governments’ Domestic Violence taskforce. “Law enforcement officials, shelters, hotline services, healthcare providers, the clergy and concerned citizens are helping in the effort to end domestic violence, and we must recognize the compassion and dedication of these volunteers and professionals, applaud their efforts and increase public awareness of this important problem. [We] urge all citizens to observe this month by becoming aware of the tragedy of domestic violence and supporting community efforts working toward its end,” the proclamation states. The town will use purple lighting at town hall and on the fountain in recognition of domestic violence awareness.
(Independent Newsmedia/Bob Burns)
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Domestic violence awareness promoted in Fountain Hills
(Independent Newsmedia/Bob Burns)
Mayor Ginny Dickey and Councilman Gerry Friedel join in proclaiming October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month for Fountain Hills. As a council member Friedel represents the town on the Maricopa Association of Governments’ Domestic Violence taskforce. “Law enforcement officials, shelters, hotline services, healthcare providers, the clergy and concerned citizens are helping in the effort to end domestic violence, and we must recognize the compassion and dedication of these volunteers and professionals, applaud their efforts and increase public awareness of this important problem. [We] urge all citizens to observe this month by becoming aware of the tragedy of domestic violence and supporting community efforts working toward its end,” the proclamation states. The town will use purple lighting at town hall and on the fountain in recognition of domestic violence awareness.
![Mayor Ginny Dickey and Councilman Gerry Friedel join in proclaiming October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month for Fountain Hills. As a council member Friedel represents the town on the Maricopa Association of Governments’ Domestic Violence taskforce. “Law enforcement officials, shelters, hotline services, healthcare providers, the clergy and concerned citizens are helping in the effort to end domestic violence, and we must recognize the compassion and dedication of these volunteers and professionals, applaud their efforts and increase public awareness of this important problem. [We] urge all citizens to observe this month by becoming aware of the tragedy of domestic violence and supporting community efforts working toward its end,” the proclamation states. The town will use purple lighting at town hall and on the fountain in recognition of domestic violence awareness.](https://gamma.creativecirclecdn.com/yourvalley/original/20241002-132306-ffa-109%20cn%20domestic%20violence.JPG)
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