Wednesday, April 1, 2009

youth violence forum

Mayor James Harrington invites all Brockton residents, students, community, business, and religious leaders to help find a solution to youth violence.City leaders will host a community forum, "Our Community, Our Solutions to Youth Violence," Tuesday March 31 to build a comprehensive strategy to prevent youth violence.The forum will be held in two sessions.The first will be from 9 a.m. to noon. when businesses, government officials and community groups are asked to attend. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a light breakfast.The second session will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. when parents, students and faith-based groups are asked to participate. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. with a light supper.Space is still available for those who want to participate.Reservations can be made by calling Amanda Tillman at 508-897-5370 or via e-mail at atillman@brocktonpolice.com