September 11th Remembrance Daym
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, on September 11th, 2001 3,000 citizens of the United States of America were killed in
New York City, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C. as a result of unprovoked terrorist attacks; and
WHEREAS, on that fateful September morning, we were reminded that the greatest strength in
America is found in the hearts and souls of its citizens, as we witnessed police officers, firefighters,
rescue personnel, members of the military and private citizens demonstrating extraordinary courage by
risking their lives to save innocent victims. On this day, our country came together to provide relief and
bring hope to others; and
WHEREAS, despite the senseless loss of life and the horror witnessed by people around the
world, we can now look at September 11 and see something more than pain -- we can see strength,
heroism and unity; and
WHEREAS, today and every day, we should pray for the brave men and women in uniform who
are serving at home and abroad to protect their homeland and advance liberty around the world; and
WHEREAS, we will never forget, the victims who perished that day, nor the amazing acts of
selflessness; and
WHEREAS, the nation remembers September 11 each year as Patriot Day and as a National
Day of Service and Remembrance, which calls upon all Americans to participate in this observance
through moments of silence, the flying of the flag of the United States at half-staff, as well as activities in
tribute and remembrance; and
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Putaansuu, Mayor of the City of Port Orchard, do hereby proclaim
September 11, 2017, as
SEPTEMBER 11th REMEMBRANCE DAY
in the City of Port Orchard, and encourage all citizens, businesses, and employees to join in
remembering those who gave of themselves on September 11, 2001.
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Signed the 11th day of September 2017
Robert Putaansuu, Mayor5