HomeMy WebLinkAbout020419 National Children's Dental Health MonthDenis Law Mayor
�1'roclamation
Whereas, the future is, to a large measure, dependent on the good health of our children and
families; and
Whereas, good health can be achieved in part through good dental habits and oral health care
learned early and reinforced throughout life; and
Whereas, good oral health contributes to better nutrition, improved ability to concentrate, and
improved school attendance; and
Whereas, the City of Renton is dedicated to a strong commitment to all children in our
community through many early childhood and school programs; and
Whereas, National Children's Dental Health Month is celebrated each February in order to raise
awareness about the importance of good oral health; and
Whereas, last year, the Center for Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Washington's School of
Dentistry welcomed children from throughout Washington for free preventive dental care at an
event called "Give Kids a Smile," that included an oral exam, teeth cleaning, X-rays, and fluoride
application, and the Center hopes to hold such an event this year as well;
Now, therefore, I, Denis Law, Mayor of the City of Renton, do hereby proclaim February 2019 to
be
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in the City of Renton, and I encourage all citizens to join me in this special observance.
In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Renton to
be affixed this 4th day of February, 2019.
Denis Law, Mayor
City of Renton, Washington
Renton City Hall, 7th Floor 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 • rentonwa.gov