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WHEREAS, of all promises America offers, none is more precious, more elusive
than the right to be free from crime and violence, and
WHEREAS, the dedicated men and women who have chosen Law Enforcement as a
career face extraordinary risk and danger in preserving our freedom and security,
and
WHEREAS, during the week of May 13th, National Peace Officers' Week is
observed throughout the nation in order to recognize the hazardous work, serious
responsibilities, and strong commitment to our nation's Peace Officers, and
WHEREAS, in conjunction with this important observation, May 13th is observed
as National Peace Officer's Memorial Day in commemoration of those noble
officers who have tragically sacrificed their lives in the line of duty, and
WHEREAS, these special observances provide all Americans with the opportunity
to appreciate the heroic men and women who have dedicated their lives to
preserving public safety.
Now, THEREFORE, I William Doane, Mayor, on behalf of the City Council of the
City of Seal Beach, hereby proclaim Monday, May 13, 2002, as:
"Nafional Peace officers' Memorial Dad'
in the City of Seal Beach and encourage all citizens to remember those individuals
who gave their lives for our safety and express appreciation to those who continue
to dedicate themselves to making Seal Beach and the Nation a safer place in which
to live.
IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the
City of Seal Beach to be affixed this Thirteenth Day of May, Two Thousand Two.
Mayor William Doane
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