2008/08/26 City Council Resolution 2008-137Resolution No. 2008 -137
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
Recognizing
THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER AS
NATIONAL ALCOHOL AND DRUG ADDICTION RECOVERY MONTH
WHEREAS, treatment and long -term recovery from substance use disorders can offer a renewed outlook on life for those
who are addicted and their family members; and
WHEREAS, substance use disorders impact 22.6 million people aged 12 or older in the United States (or 9.2 percent of
the population), which is more than the number of people living with coronary heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's
disease combined; and
WHEREAS, people who receive treatment for substance use disorders can lead more productive and fulfilling lives,
personally and professionally; and
WHEREAS, studies have consistently found that individualized treatment is essential for people to be successful in their
path of recovery; and
WHEREAS, real stories of long -term recovery can inspire others to ask for help and improve their own lives, the lives of
their families, and the entire community; and
WHEREAS, it is critical that we educate our community members that substance use disorders are treatable, yet serious
health care problems, and by treating them like other chronic diseases, we can improve the quality of life for the entire
community; and
WHEREAS, to help achieve this goal, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Substance Abuse and
Mental Health Services Administration, and the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy invite all residents of
the City of Rohnert Park to participate in National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park recognizes the month of
September 2008 as National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month and calls upon our citizens to support this
year's theme: "Join the Voices for Recovery: Real People, Real Recovery."
DULYAND REGULARLYADOPTED this 26th day of August, 2008.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
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