HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 43-02 09/03/2002 ESOLUTION NO. 43-02
"A DAY OF REMEMBRANCE"
SEPTEMBER 11, 2001
WHEREAS, the unprovoked attacks of September 11, 2001 upon America, by foreign terrorists have
thrust the United States, and other countries, into a war it never envisioned, militarily or diplomatically;
and
WHEREAS, the challenges facing all the civilized people of the world as they relate to the war on
terrorism will not end until those responsible are brought to justice; and
WHEREAS, America is fully committed through Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Noble
Eagle to ensure our freedoms remain unfettered and sovereign for all generations, now and forever; and
WHEREAS, world opinion needs to remain focused upon these inhuman acts perpetrated around the
globe to ensure they are never repeated; and
WHEREAS, one way to accomplish this is to NEVER FORGET that those innocent victims did not die in
vain; and
WHEREAS, America can fight back by reminding the world that the deaths of these people will always
be remembered and they will be forever loved; and
WHEREAS, a noble and appropriate way to accomplish this is through the annual celebration of their
living; and
WHEREAS, this commemoration shouM be held each September 11 throughout the land to include:
· The promotion ofglobalpeace and goodwill;
· The demonstration of America's resolve andperseverance to win the war on terrorism;
· The advancement of responsible citizenship;
· The encouragement ofpatriotism and love of country; and
· Thepoignant remembrance of those innocent victims that died on September 11, as heroes, one and all;
and
WHEREAS, Mount Prospect will commemorate and remember the events of September 11, 2001 in a
number of ways throughout the community including a remembrance ceremony to take place on
Wednesday, September 11, 2002 at 7.'OO p. m. at the Veterans' Memorial Band Shell at Lions Park; and
WHEREAS, we ask residents and businesses in the community toffy the flag on September 11 as a
reminder of the freedom that we cherish and as a sign of solidarity and support for our country;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
VILL4 GE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: That this Resolution is hereby approved to memorialize those men, women, and
children who lost their lives.
SECTION TWO: That this Resolution shall be publicized for all to see and know that the citizens of
Mount Prospect remember with eternal respect those whose lives were suddenly, without cause, and
pointlessly taken from them on September 11, 2001, and those who willingly and sacrificially offered
themselves and their services on behalf of the victims and their families; may they forever rest in peace
and abide in our memories.
AYES: Corcoran, Farley, Hoefert, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Wilks, Zadel
NAYS:None
Passed and Approved this srd day 9f Septe~m~ber, 2002.
Gerald L. Farl~ '
~ ~.~ Mayor
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Velma ~
Village Clerk