County Commission for Women to Hold Hearing
The County of Riverside Commission for Women will hold its first public hearing on issues confronting women and families in Riverside County. The hearing takes place Thursday, June 19, from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the County Administrative Center in downtown Riverside.
This is the first time in the Commission's history that hearings will be held to gather information from the public about obstacles and challenges faced by the women of Riverside County. Information from the hearings will help determine the Commission's legislative agenda and recommendations for administrative action.
Speakers wishing to address issues impacting women and their families are strongly encouraged to complete a speaker sign-up form available on the Commission's website (http://cfw.co.riverside.ca.us/events.shtml), as time slots are limited for this one day event. Speakers are also urged to provide written testimony in addition to their oral testimony. Written testimony from those unable to attend the hearing is also sought. All testimony will be compiled and presented to the Board of Supervisors, with recommendations for action. In addition, a report will be made available to the public.
Originally established in 1976 as an advisory board to the Board of Supervisors, the Commission for Women seeks to improve the status of all women by ensuring opportunities for each woman to develop to her full potential. In support of this mission, the Commission identifies problems, defines issues and recommends policies and procedures to the Board of Supervisors regarding, but not limited to, women and health, the workplace, family, education, violence, law and society.
The June 19 hearing takes place in the Board Chambers, located at 4080 Lemon Street. For a map, click Here.