2. Presentation of Community Care Award

RECEIVED 03-31-14 MAR '... 2014' FROM: Chip Ammerman, Cass County Social Service Director RE: 2014 Caring Community Award LASS COUNTY COMMISSION On 03-20-14, Cass County Social Services Family Service Unit received the Caring Community Award from the Prevent Child Abuse of North Dakota organization. This award is granted to 5 state wide organizations that have "gone above and beyond in the prevention of child abuse and neglect" for their community. Senator Tim Mathern nominated our Family Service Unit. Senator Mathern specifically identified our strength based Signs of Safety approach in working with families and utilizing innovative resources such as Family Team Decision Making, Family Group Decision Making, the Crisis Intervention Teams, In-home Services and the Intake Unit. The award is recognizing the Family Service Unit's proactive work to ensure safety for children and engage families in resolving risks. Governor Dalrymple has signed the 2014 Proclamation declaring April as "Child Abuse Prevention Month" and has recognized this award.