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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-17RESOLUTION 2022-17 Resolution in Observance of National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day WHEREAS, in 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed the first proclamation recognizing May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls as National Police Week, "to pay tribute to the law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and to voice our appreciation for those who currently serve on the front lines of the battle against crime;" and, WHEREAS, in observance of this week, the Town Council desires to recognize the local law enforcement officers of the Town of Pulaski Police Department who are dedicated to preserving the security of our families, schools, and neighborhoods and enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth and codes of the Town of Pulaski; and, WHEREAS, law enforcement officers report for duty each and every day with the knowledge of the dangers they may face and the sacrifices they may be called upon to make in order to safeguard the public and enforce laws; and, WHEREAS, we reflect upon the enduring commitment and valor of our town law enforcement officers, as their commitment to maintaining law and order in our communities ensures the safety and well-being of the citizens of the Town of Pulaski; and, WHEREAS, it is vital that we pay tribute to the law enforcement officers who have fallen in the line of duty and recognize their sacrifices, as well as the hardship and loss suffered by the families of those fallen officers; and, WHEREAS, Virginia Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day are opportunities to honor the officers who have fallen in the line of duty, recognize the sacrifices made by the families of those officers, and the families of those who continue to protect and serve our communities; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Pulaski, Virginia sitting in regular session this 17th day of May that the Town Council as part of National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day, does hereby recognize and commend the law enforcement officer's dedication to the community and their fellow citizens. This resolution is effective upon adoption and is hereby adopted the 17th day of May 2022 by the duly recorded vote of the Town Council of Pulaski, Virginia as follows: Lane Penn - Aye James A. Radcliffe — Absent Brooks R. Dawson - Aye G. Tyler Clontz — Aye Greg C. East - Aye Michael P. Reis — Aye Attest: rk of Council Town of Pulaski Virginia By: William S. Collins, Mayor