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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 10, 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 observance, May 15 is
observed as National Peace Officers' 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, Paul Yost, Mayor, on behalf of the City Council of the City of Seal Beach,
hereby proclaim Saturday, May 15, 1999 as:
"National Peace Officers' Memorial Day"
in the City of Seal Beach and encourage all citizens to remember those individuals who gave their
fives 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 five.
IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Seal
Beach to be affixed this Tenth Day of May, Nineteen Hundred and Ninety -Nine.
Attest:
City Clerk
Mayor Paul Yost
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