HomeMy WebLinkAboutNational Police Week - Peace Officers Memorial Day 2020City 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;
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, 1, 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 10 — 16, 2020 as
NATIONAL POLICE WEEK
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, 2020 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.
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