REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Proclaim April as National Autism Acceptance Month
Report
BACKGROUND
Autism Acceptance Month in April aims to celebrate and promote acceptance for all individuals with autism. Autism is a complex developmental condition affecting the individual’s ability to interact, communicate, and progress, has not one but many subtypes. First held in the year 1972 by the Autism Society, and formerly Autism Awareness Month, Autism Acceptance Month emphasizes the need for public awareness to promote acceptance, celebrate the differences, and be more inclusive towards autistic individuals around us.
DISCUSSION
The City of Santa Clara will proclaim the month of April as National Autism Acceptance Month at the City Council meeting on April 18, 2023. The Pacific Autism Education Center (PACE) will be present to accept the proclamation. Founded in 1989, PACE provides high-quality programs for children and adults who live with moderate-to-severe autism, especially those who struggle with communication.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is an information 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 <mailto:clerk@santaclaraca.gov> or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
Staff
Reviewed by: Maria Le, Assistant to the City Manager, Mayor and Council Offices
Approved by: Office of the City Manager