The El Dorado City Council has given its stamp of approval for two local organizations to raise money for and institute an anonymous, infant drop-off system in the city.
On April 22, council members heard from Paula Williams, executive director of Hannah Pregnancy Resource Center, and Bruce Butterfield, of the Knights of Columbus - Holy Redeemer Catholic Church council, about the purpose and function of Safe Haven baby boxes, which allow parents to safely surrender infants. Williams explained that the nonprofit HPRC provides services and assistance to women and their families who are facing an unplanned pregnancy.
She said the nonprofit group recently met with Council Member Paul Choate and Fire Chief Chad Mosby about a proposed project to initiate a baby box system in El Dorado.