HomeMy WebLinkAboutNational Day of Service and Remembrance PROCLAMATION
National Day of Scr\ ice and Remembrance
WHEREAS, 23 years ago, the United States endured one of the most unconscionable tragedies in
our country's history. The cowardly terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon. and
onboard United Flight 93 cut short the lives of 2.977 innocent people. These attacks tore a hole in the
heart of our Nation. and the pain of this tragedy still remains. Each year on this somber date. we remember
the horror and bravery shown that day.just as we remember how we came together. united in grief and in
purpose. Each year, we renew our solemn vow to never forget what happened on September 11. 2001. or
those who lost their lives:and
WHEREAS, we also remember the patriotism and valor of our service members who pursued our
attackers. delivered justice to Osama bin Laden, and degraded al-Qa'ida;and
WHEREAS, over the last two decades the American people have demonstrated that the harder the
circumstances.the more resilient and stronger we become. Our shared love of country and our shared
values - regardless of race, gender. religion, origin, or economic status - unite us as Americans against all
enemies. foreign and domestic: and
WHEREAS,Congress has requested the observance of September II as an annually recognized
"National Day of Service and Remembrance:"and
WHEREAS, on this National Day of Service and Remembrance, we honor every life that was taken
too soon. We honor the first responders - firefighters, law enforcement officers. emergency workers,and
service members- who answered the call of duty. and the brave civilians who rushed into action to save lives
that day. Their courage embodies the American spirit and resilience. and their heroism continues to inspire
new generations of Americans;
NOW, THEREFORE,the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners does. hereby
proclaim September 11. 2024. as
National Day. of Service and Remembrance
in Jefferson County, and encourages all residents to join us in observation of this important day.
PROCLAIMED this 9th day of September. 2024.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Adiel McKnight, Deputy Clerk of the Board
DATE: September 9, 2024
SUBJECT: PROCLAMATION re: Proclaiming September 11,2024 as National Day of
Service and Remembrance
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
In the United States, the National Day of Service and Remembrance occurs annually on September
I I`h in memory of the people killed in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
In New York City, Sept. 11 th is something of a somber, unofficial holiday, with quiet memorial
events around the city and twin beams of light rising from the Manhattan skyline.
The National Day of Service and Remembrance is observed in the United States on September I lth to
commemorate the 2,997 lives that were lost in the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in
New York City and the Pentagon in Virginia and those who perished when the hijacked United
Airlines Flight 93 crashed in Pennsylvania.
Each year Americans dedicate this day to remembering those who died and the first responders who
risked their own lives to save others.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact to Jefferson County.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Proclamation re: Proclaiming September 11, 2024 as National Day of Service
and Remembrance.
REVIEWED BY:
Mark McCauley, , unty Administrator Date