Mercer County, PA Establishing a Commission for Women

Type: Resolution

Status: Adopted on 7/26/90

Source File: http://www.mcc.co.mercer.pa.us/women/resolution.htm

Text:

Resolution No. 90-21

Whereas, the Commissioners of Mercer County have been requested to establish a Commission for Women by the Women's Task Force, representing the diverse interests and background of women in Mercer County; and

Whereas it is the Commissioners' intention that women citizens of Mercer County shall have full and equal opportunity to serve in every capacity and participate in all facets of community life; and

Whereas, the Commission shall assess the extent to which the needs of women and children are addressed; and

Whereas, the Commission shall advocate for the rights of women in all areas and in all types of situations affecting women; and

Whereas, the Commission shall act in advisory capacity to the Mercer County Commissioners.

Now, therefore, we the Commissioners of Mercer County do hereby create and establish the MERCER COUNTY COMMISSION FOR WOMEN