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Supervisor Thomas recommending the Board authorize the Chair to sign a Proclamation in recognition of September 11th in memory of that tragic day, in 2001, when our nation was brutally attacked by terrorists, resulting in the enormous loss of American lives.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
On a day that began as ordinary as any other, terrorists carrying out a sadistic plan murdered thousands of our fellow compatriots. With shock and disbelief, we watched our first responders, hindered by debris and smoke, rush with conviction and courage into the void to rescue those in despair. With pride and sorrow, we felt the tremendous bravery of those aboard Flight 93, who summoned the courage to charge the terrorists in a counterattack that saved countless American lives. As the day closed, America steadied its resolve to hold accountable those who had attacked us and to ensure it would never happen again.
The smoke that rose from the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and the Pennsylvania field carried away the souls of innocent Americans. As we recall the images of our American Flag raised from the ashes of Ground Zero and the Pentagon, we are reminded that good triumphs over evil. Many laid down their lives.
The courage, heroism, and resilience Americans displayed on 9/11, and in its aftermath, are perpetual testaments to the spirit of our country. While our Nation was anguished by this attack, the grit displayed that day - the very essence of America - was a reminder that our citizens have never failed to rise to the occasion. Heroes sprang into action in the face of great peril to help save their fellow Americans. We recommit ourselves to fortifying our cherished American values so that future generations will know in their souls that the United States is the land of the free and the home of the brave.
ALTERNATIVES
The Board could choose not to approve the Proclamation.
PRIOR BOARD ACTION
Legistar #22-1287 on 8/30/22
Legistar #23-1609 on 8/29/23
OTHER DEPARTMENT / AGENCY INVOLVEMENT
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
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CLERK OF THE BOARD FOLLOW UP ACTIONS
Obtain the Chair’s signature on the Proclamation.
STRATEGIC PLAN COMPONENT
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CONTACT
Supervisor Wendy Thomas