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A Resolution recognizing June 21, 2023 as "ASK Day" in Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee.
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WHEREAS, the epidemic of gun violence is plaguing our nation's children and claiming five lives a day; and
WHEREAS, gun violence is the leading cause of death among children in the United States; and
WHEREAS, the ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Campaign encourages parents to add one more safety question to conversations before their child visits other homes, "Is there an unlocked gun in your home?"; and
WHEREAS, asking this simple question before sending your child to another home could help save your child's life; and
WHEREAS, the hope is that asking will become a common health and safety question, offering a real immediate solution that all Americans can adopt to help protect their families and children from injury and death; and
WHEREAS, the power of the ASK Campaign is that it brings together all Americans concerned with the welfare of children, including gun owners, and makes the solution to gun violence a discussion about public safety and good parenting; and
WHEREAS, the first day of summer, the season in which kids typically spend more time at the homes of friends and family, is designated as National ASK Day; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council brings awareness to this critical public safety issue and recognizes National ASK Day.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. The Metropolitan Council hereby goes on record as recognizing June 21, 2023 as "ASK Day" in Nashville and Davidson County and encourages the community to engage in these important conversations.
Section 2. The Metropolitan Council Office is directed to prepare a copy of this Resolution to be presented to the Nashville Chapter of Brady United.
Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashv...
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