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PROCLAMATION: September 11 - National Day of Service and
Remembrance
September 5, 2023 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT
PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD
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Proclamation
September 11th
National Day of Service and Remembrance
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2001, the American people
endured the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil in the nation's
history with courage and heroism; and
WHEREAS, in response to this tragedy, Americans across the
country came together in a remarkable spirit of patriotism and
unity and carried out countless acts of kindness, generosity, and
compassion; and
WHEREAS, community organizations and family members of
9/11 victims began observing the anniversary of September
11th as a charitable service day to honor the memory of those
who were lost and those who united in response to the tragedy,
including first responders and volunteers; and
WHEREAS, the Serve America Act, approved by Congress and
enacted into law on April 21, 2009, directed September 11th to
be observed and recognized as an annual "National Day of
Service and Remembrance" and charged the Corporation for National
and Community Service with leading this nationwide effort; and
WHEREAS, participating in service and remembrance activities on
September 11th is a positive and respectful way to remember the lives
of those lost, pay tribute to those who rose in service, and honor those
who continue to serve our country today, including active -duty and
reserve soldiers and their families, veterans, and first responders; and
WHEREAS, September 11th National Day of Service and
Remembrance activities are being organized by a variety of nonprofits,
faith -based and community groups, public agencies, educational
institutions, private businesses, and other organizations across the
nation; and
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2023, and on the days leading up to
and following this day, citizens of Mount Prospect have an opportunity
to participate in activities that honor 9/11 victims and heroes by
joining together in service projects to meet community needs.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Paul Wm. Hoefert, Mayor of the Village of
Mount Prospect do hereby proclaim September 11th as a
Day of Service and Remembrance in Mount Prospect
and call upon the people of Mount Prospect to honor the lives of those
lost through participation in community service and remembrance