RESOLUTION NO. 260488
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Sponsor: Mayor Pro Tem Ryana Parks-Shaw
RESOLUTION - Recognizing Exceeds Expectations: Financial Literacy & Wellness.
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WHEREAS, financial literacy is a critical life skill that empowers individuals to make informed decisions, reduce financial stress, and build long-term stability; and
WHEREAS, there is a direct connection between financial health and mental well-being, with financial stress being a leading contributor to anxiety, depression, and overall mental strain; and
WHEREAS, promoting financial education helps individuals gain confidence, reduce uncertainty, and improve overall quality of life; and
WHEREAS, access to financial knowledge supports economic mobility, enabling individuals and families to move toward sustainable income, wealth-building, and self-sufficiency; and
WHEREAS, workforce development initiatives-such as apprenticeships and skills training-provide pathways to stable careers and financial independence; and
WHEREAS, earning while learning opportunities reduce barriers such as student debt and create stronger foundations for long-term financial success; and
WHEREAS, addressing financial literacy alongside mental health promotes a holistic approach to well-being, recognizing that financial security supports emotional resilience; and
WHEREAS, investing in financial literacy today helps build a healthier, more productive, and economically resilient community for tomorrow; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council hereby recognize Exceeds Expectations: Financial Literacy & Wellness; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the Minutes of the Council in testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to Exceeds Expectations with the sincere appreciation of the Mayor and Council for their dedication an...
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