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Proclaiming Friday, September 16, 2011 Honor the Heroes - Patriot Day
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CITY OF BLAINE
HONOR THE HEROES - PATRIOT DAY
WHEREAS, Patriot Day is a time to remind us of the debt we owe to the men and women who risked their lives and those that gave their lives in the line of duty; and
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2001 America was attacked by terrorists who hijacked commercial airplanes with innocent passengers on board, using the planes as missiles to kill as many people as possible. Such hatred toward ordinary American citizens is hard for us to understand. That day, September 22, 2001, has become another "date that will live in infamy", like December 7, 1941 when Pearl Harbor was attacked and plunged America into World War II; and
WHEREAS, it is essential that when it comes to the defense of our people, we remain vigilant and avoid complacency. We must continue to work with other peace-loving people to seek out terrorists and those that support and shield them, to eradicate the evil of terrorism; and
WHEREAS, we support our Armed Forces, as well as our Police Officers, Fire Fighters, and Emergency Medical Technicians and appreciate their daily service to all of us. This unselfish service was well exemplified in the 9/11 attacks where these fine people risked, and even lost, their own lives helping and rescuing others. It is therefore fitting and proper that we set this special commemoration in September to honor our heroes who preserve and protect our freedoms; and
WE THEREFORE recommend that this Proclamation be widely publicized to promote the commemoration ceremonies and recommend active citizen participation to show our support in the honoring of our Heroes past and present.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Blaine City Council proclaim Friday, September 16, 2011 as "Honor the Heroes - Patriot Day" in the City of Blaine.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Blaine to be affixed on this 15th day of September 2011.