RESOLUTION NO. 260976
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Sponsor: Councilmember Eric Bunch
RESOLUTION - Declaring Tuesday, November 18, 2026, as National Injury Prevention Day in Kansas City, Missouri.
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WHEREAS, the City of Kansas City, Missouri, is committed to creating safe environments that contribute to our children's safety and well-being. The success of this mission is due in part to committed individuals and organizations working to empower diverse communities regardless of cultures, beliefs, and lifestyles to make the communities safer; and
WHEREAS, injuries are the leading cause of death and disability to U.S. children and hospitals, city agencies, community organizations and other partners are crucial in promoting safe practices; and
WHEREAS, childhood injuries remain a significant concern in Kansas City, and many injuries, including those resulting from improper child restraints in motor vehicle collisions, lack of helmet use, and scalds and burns occurring during cooking, bathing, and other household activities, are preventable; and
WHEREAS, many of these injuries and deaths are preventable with the use of safety practices, safety equipment, and the implementation of strong legislation; and
WHEREAS, on November 18, 2026, National Injury Prevention Day will be recognized to raise awareness and promote efforts in reducing injuries among children, and the City of Kansas City commends Children’s Mercy Hospital, Charlie’s House, the Kansas City Health Department, the Kansas City Fire Department, Safe Kids of Greater Kansas and Injury Free Coalition for Kids for partnering together to prevent and reduce preventable injuries; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council hereby declare Tuesday, November 18, 2026, as National Injury Prevention Day in Kansas City, Missouri; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the Minutes of the Council in testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to Children’...
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