REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Proclaim March 4 through March 8, 2024 as Divorce with Respect Week
Report
BACKGROUND
Divorce with Respect Week was originated in California in 2021 by Collaborative Practice California, a nonprofit association of legal, financial, and mental health professionals who specialize in helping divorcing couples navigate the dissolution of their marriage. The goal of Divorce with Respect Week is to provide information about collaborative divorce or mediation as alternative to traditional divorce litigation. These no-court options are meant to focus on the goals and interests of each part and reach a resolution that benefits all involved. As part of Divorce with Respect Week, members of Collaborative Practice California will offer consultations to California residents through the week of March 4 through 8.
DISCUSSION
At the March 5, 2024 City Council meeting, Melisa Lenon, Marriage and Family Therapist and Vice President of Collaborative Practice Silicon Valley, will receive a proclamation for Divorce with Respect Week.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is an informative report only and no action is being taken by the City Council and no environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") is required.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the City other than staff time.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City's official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City's website and in the City Clerk's Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk's Office at (408) 615-2220, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
Staff
Reviewed by: Fiona Kirby, Management Analyst, City Manager's Office
Approved by: Jovan D. Grogan, City...
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