Lakewood voters,
Our City, County and State have several important ballot issues for the voters to decide this Nov. 8. Again, I will be making an effort to inform Lakewood voters as to some information regarding these issues.
Today, I would like to address Issue 7, an issue that is close to my heart.
Issue 7 is a REPLACEMENT of the 3.9 mill Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities levy.
This issue is the only local support for people with mental retardation or developmental disabilities.
The County Board of Mental Health is serving 25% more people than five years ago, during a time they have cut spending and reduced staff by 100.
Issue 7 is vital to continuation of services for job training and placement for thousands of adults with mental retardation. Issue 7 funded services provide training in living skills, transportation services and residential programs for an ever-increasing number of people with developmental disabilities or mental retardation.
Approval of Issue 7 will allow the continuation of matching federal and state funds.
I am honored to be an Honorary Chairperson of the countywide Issue 7 campaign and strongly urge its support.
Those interested in assisting in the campaign can call Friends of the Mentally Retarded at (216)736-2656.
Issue 7
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Issue 7
Thanks Mayor George for bringing this important issue to the limelight. I work for a non-profit that assists adults and children with disabilities. Our Company like the others that will be affected by this issue are dedicated to assisting people with disabilities in improving their lives in the direction of their choosing--we can't stop now. The passing of this levy is vital to keep our wonderful programming and support going.
I have a few more lawn signs if anyone would like one!
Please Vote YES for Issue 7 on election day.
I have a few more lawn signs if anyone would like one!
Please Vote YES for Issue 7 on election day.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. "
--Margaret Mead.
--Margaret Mead.