RESOLUTION
BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT COLLINS-BELLAMY, MAJORITY LEADER RUBBO, MAJORITY WHIP ROBINSON, MINORITY LEADER BREEN, COUNCILMEMBERS, PINEDA-ISAAC, DIAZ AND MERANTE:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF YONKERS DECLARING SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 “NATIONAL POLICE WOMAN’S DAY” IN THE CITY OF YONKERS
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WHEREAS, National Police Woman’s Day, celebrated on September 12th, is a day that celebrates and recognizes the contributions and achievements of women in law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, Yonkers City Council recognized September 12th, 2024, as National Police Woman’s Day that celebrates and recognizes the contributions and
achievements of woman in law enforcement ; and
WHEREAS, unfortunately, it also highlights the challenges they face and the progress that still needs to be made. It’s a month to acknowledge the historical struggles women have faced in entering and excelling in the field of law enforcement. Today women make up approximately 12% of the police workforce. Those numbers dwindle to a mere 3% when we talk about women police executives. In a predominantly male-dominated profession, women have had to overcome gender biases, stereotypes, and discrimination to prove their capabilities and worth; and
WHEREAS, this month honors the women who paved the way for future generations of women in law enforcement, reminding us of their courage and determination; and
WHEREAS, this month sheds light on the unique perspectives and contributions that women bring to the field of policing. According to a 2020 CNN report, women officers are less likely to face sustained allegations of excessive force, cost cities less in civil lawsuits, are the subject of fewer citizen complaints, and injure suspects less. Women officers often emphasize community-oriented policing, empathy, and effective communication as essential components of law enforcement. Women police executive leadership styles prioritize collaboration, inclusivity, and building trust with the community, resulting in more effective and sustainable crime prevention strategies; and
WHEREAS, “Women officers often emphasize community-oriented policing, empathy, and effective communication as essential components of law enforcement.” and
WHEREAS, today over two hundred law enforcement agencies have taken the 30X30 pledge, vowing to increase the number of women in departments to 30% by 2030.
WHEREAS, our Yonkers Police Department prides itself on their strong Women Police presence we have among our rank and file; and
WHEREAS, Yonkers City Council recognizes and honors the contributions of our woman police presence and their work in keeping our city safe and protected; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of Yonkers recognizes September 12, 2024 as National Woman’s Police Day in the City of Yonkers.