HomeMy WebLinkAboutNational Police Week - Peace Officers Memorial Day 2021City of Medina, Washington
PROCLAMATION
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WHEREAS, in 1962 the Congress and the President of the United States signed a proclamation
which designated May 15 as "Peace Officer Memorial Day" and the week in which
that date falls as "Police Week"; and
WHEREAS, members of law enforcement recognize their duty to serve the citizens of the City of
Medina by safeguarding life and property, by protecting them against violence and
disorder, and by protecting the innocent against deception and the weak against
oppression or intimidation; and
WHEREAS, during Law Enforcement Week, and throughout the year, the Medina City Council
recognizes and appreciates the critical contributions and sacrifices made by members
of law enforcement at all levels, and honors their courage and dedication; and
WHEREAS, the dedicated men and women of the Medina Police Department provide this vital
public service day and night enforcing the law, safeguarding the lives and property,
rights and freedom of every community member.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jessica Rossman, Mayor of the City of Medina, Washington, and on behalf of
the City Council, do hereby proclaim the City's recognition and appreciation of our law
enforcement officers, past and present, by designating the week of May 9 to 15, 2021 as
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in recognition of the service given by these men and women who stand guard to preserve the rights
and security of all citizens.
Further, the City Council calls upon the citizens of Medina to observe May 15, 2021 as
PEACE OFFICER'S MEMORIAL DAY
in honor of those fallen law enforcement officers and those who became disabled in the
performance of their duty, and recognize and offer our respect to the survivors of our fallen
heroes.