HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES-2000-051 Resolution of Commendation to Commission for Women Transportation Crisis Assistance Program 'zoo a
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RESOLUTION
Commission for Women
Transportation Crisis Assistance Program
Whereas, the Orange County Commission for Women has a long and
distinguished history of concern for and assistance to women and
their families; and,
Whereas, the Commission for Women has initiated the
Transportation Crisis Assistance Program to help needy, low-income
families purchase affordable transportation; and,
Whereas, according to the Department of Social Services (DSS),
nearly 45 percent of families participating in the Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families program (TANF) said that a lack of
transportation had been an obstacle to getting and keeping a job;
and,
Whereas, DSS reports that of nearly 200 families enrolled in the Work
First Program, more than half do not own a car or have a vehicle in
need of repair; and,
Whereas, the Commission for Women hopes to help 45 families
secure safe, reliable transportation through the Transportation Crisis
Assistance Program.
Therefore, the Board of County Commissioners hereby commends
the Commission for Women on the creation of the Transportation
Crisis Assistance Program and pledges its support to the
Commission for Women in this effort.
This the 29th day of June, 2000.
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