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COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 3476
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN,
MONT ANA, SUPPORTING THE FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF VICTIMS OF THE
NATIONAL TRAGEDY ON SEPTEMBER 11,2001, EXPRESSING GRATITUDE FOR
RESCUE AND RELIEF EFFORTS, AND ENSURING CONTINUED PEACEFUL CO-
EXISTENCE IN BOZEMAN.
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2001, the United States of America suffered a terrible
tragedy; and
WHEREAS, thousands of people lost their lives in New York City; Washington, D.C.;
and
Somerset County, Pennsylvania, as the result of terrorist activities; and
WHEREAS, countless people, including firefighters, police officers, construction
workers,
medical personnel, rescuers and other volunteers have worked diligently, while
endangering their own
lives, to aid in the rescue and recovery efforts; and
WHEREAS, many organizations, including the American Red Cross, Salvation Army and
United Way, have undertaken national and local campaigns to provide support for
those impacted by
this devastation; and
WHEREAS, this national tragedy has far reaching effects, impacting many of those
in our
community; and
WHEREAS, it is important to respect both the ethnic and religious diversities of
this
community, including Americans of minority heritage, and the international faculty,
staff and
students; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bozeman recognizes the importance of protecting the health,
safety
and welfare of all of its inhabitants.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Bozeman,
Montana:
Section 1
That it denounces the deplorable terrorist activities and recognizes and supports
the efforts
of all rescue and support agencies providing assistance to the victims and their
families.
Section 2
That it pledges its full commitment to maintaining a safe, peaceful and harmonious
community and supports local law enforcement in taking lawful and appropriate steps
necessary to
maintain that peace and harmony in this hour of national tragedy.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Commission of the City of Bozeman, Montana, at a
regular session thereof held on the 17th day of September 2001.
ATTEST:
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MARCIA B. YOUNGMA , M or
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Clerk of the Commission
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