TITLE
Title
PROCLAIM AUGUST 2025 AS CHILD SUPPORT AWARENESS MONTH IN GUILFORD COUNTY
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SPONSOR
Sponsor
Commissioner Carly Cooke
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PROCLAMATION
Proclamation
WHEREAS, good relationships build trust in the child support system and that trust helps to collect more support and build strong foundations for children as they grow into adults; and
WHEREAS, child support services touch the lives of almost 16,463 Guilford County residents annually and have collected more than $32,685,498.92 in support during county fiscal year 2025; and
WHEREAS, the Child Support Office is committed to a family-centered approach that focuses on providing respect and resources to every person every day; and
WHEREAS, the Guilford County Child Support Office continues to advance innovative ways to connect parents to resources that help with barriers to paying child support, such as family-centered casework, partnerships with other state agencies, and referrals to community-based organizations.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of Commissioners hereby proclaims August 2025 as "Child Support Awareness Month" in Guilford County and recognizes the important role of parents, as well as the county's support services designed to help families.
ADOPTED the 7th day of August 2025.
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REQUESTED ACTION
Requested Action
Receive proclamation recognizing August 2025 as Child Support Awareness Month in Guilford County.
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