HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 22-89 06/20/1989
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RESOLUTION NO. 22-89
A RESOLUTION TO AFFIRM OUR RESPECT FOR THE
FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
WHEREAS, the flag of the United States of America is recognized
throughout the world as a symbol representing freedom, opportunity,
and equality of all persons: and
WHEREAS, the flag of the United states of America is revered as a
symbol of our country and its democratic way of life: and
WHEREAS, the Village of Mount Prospect has a tradition of pride in
the flag and our heritage: and
WHEREAS, men and women of the Village of Mount Prospect have fought
and died in defense of the flag and the Nation: and
WHEREAS, respect for the flag and the standard
represents must be supported and encouraged.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: That Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of
Mount Prospect do hereby affirm our respect for the flag of the
United States of America and urge all citizens to honor and display
it with the respect it deserves.
SECTION TWO: That all united States of America flags being
displayed in Mount Prospect should be displayed in'the appropriate
manner, as set forth in the guidelines established by the National
Flag Foundation, a copy of which guidelines are attached hereto and
hereby made a part hereof of Exhibit "A".
SECTION THREE: That this Resolution shall be in full force and
effect from and after its passage and approval in the manner
provided by law.
AYES: Arthur,
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
Busse, Corcoran, Floros, Van Geem, Wattenberg
PASSED and APPROVED this
20th
day of
June
, 1989.
ATTEST:
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Carol A. Fields '
Village Clerk