It is possible, noted Caplan, that older beach cities residents in general take a broad perspective on community needs. Many of the findings raise questions that are important for the District, and the community at large, to consider. The survey has stimulated these and other important questions that the District will now pursue by seeking input from the latest research on preventive health education. The survey was designed with input from a variety of age groups to make sure that it addressed a wide range of needs and was understandable and easy to complete. Below are the final results of the election.
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An overflow crowd of community leaders and residents listened solemnly as survivors of domestic violence explained the impact of violence on their lives, their families and the community at an event sponsored Oct 2 by Beach Cities Health District and a coalition of community agencies. The forum and candlelight vigil, at Legacy Restaurant in Redondo Beach, was presented as part of 'First Monday 2000,' a nationwide campaign to end gun violence. Joe Leonardi of the Redondo Beach Police Department played a recording of a 911 call during which a Redondo woman was shot and killed by her ex-boyfriend. Many in the audience were moved to tears. Beach Cities Health District spearheads 'Peace by Peace,' an annual campaign to raise awareness about family violence.