To: Board of Supervisors
From: Supervisor Natalie Arroyo
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: Majority
SUBJECT:
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Proclamation Recognizing August 1-7, 2026 as Breastfeeding Awareness and Promotion Week
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Adopt the Proclamation.
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board’s Strategic Plan.
Area of Focus: Core Services/Other
Strategic Plan Category: 9999 - Core Services/Other
DISCUSSION:
August is recognized as National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, with Aug. 1 through 7 observed as World Breastfeeding Awareness Week. Breastfeeding provides well-documented health benefits for both infants and parents and local organizations, including the Humboldt County Breastfeeding Task Force and the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services’ work to support and promote breastfeeding throughout the community.
This proclamation recognizes Breastfeeding Awareness and Promotion Week and encourages continued community support for breastfeeding families throughout Humboldt County.
SOURCE OF FUNDING:
General Fund
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact to presenting a proclamation.
STAFFING IMPACT:
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
None
ATTACHMENTS:
Proclamation
PREVIOUS ACTION/REFERRAL:
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