HomeMy WebLinkAbout020518 National Children's Dental Health MonthDenis Law Mayor
Procfamation
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, the University of Washington Center for Pediatric Dentistry will welcome children from
throughout our Renton community for free preventive dental care on February 20, 2018;
Now, therefore, I, Denis Law, Mayor of the City of Renton, do hereby proclaim February 2018 to
be
I-VationaCCFiiCdren's I�entaC.�feaCth �l�lonth
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 5th day of February, 2018.
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Denis Law, Mayor
City of Renton, Washington
Renton City Hall, 7th Floor 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 • rentonwa.gov