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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5570 RESOLUTION NO. 5570 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE TROOPS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN THE PERSIAN GULF WAR WHEREAS, the united States of America by direction of the President of the united States, approved by the united Nations of the World, and the Congress of the united States has engaged the American Military to free the Nation of Kuwait from the invasion and tyranny imposed by Saddam Hussein, dictator of Iraq, and the military forces of Iraq; and WHEREAS, the peace and freedom of all countries of the Middle East is threatened by Iraq's action; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the united States and the Nations of the World now and forever to demonstrate the reaction of freedom loving peoples and Nations to acts of tyranny arid violence such as those committed by Iraq; and WHEREAS, while recognizing the role of dissent in a democracy, it is important for the majority of people individually and through their elected representatives, to set forth their position in support of our Nation; and WHEREAS, every level of government as a representative of the public is effected by and is vitally concerned with the well-being of our Nation, its mission, and goals with regard to the Persian Gulf War. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA" CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: 1 5570 SECTION l. The City of Arcadia commends and supports the men and women of the armed forces of the united States, acknowledging and expressing our deep appreciation for their dedication, courage, prowess and sacrifice in support of our Nation and the peace and freedom of the World. SECTION 2. The City extends its commendation and support to the allies and all people aligned for a common purpose in support of and in assistance to the men and women of the American Military in the Persian Gulf War. SECTION 3. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and shall forward a copy to all interested parties including the League of California Cities, cities of the San Gabriel Valley, United States House of Representatives, United States Senators of California, the Governor of California, and all branches of the armed forces of the United States. Passed, approved and adopted this 19th day of February, 1991. ~AY~~~-:rr- ayor of he ci of Ar aia ATTEST: Arcadia 2 5570 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) 55: CITY OF ARCADIA ) I, JUNE D. ALFORD, City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 5570 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Arcadia, signed by the Mayor and attested to by the City Clerk at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 19th day of February, 1991 and that said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Councilmember Ciraulo, FaSChing, Gilb, Harbicht and Young NOES: None ABSENT: None J ci f Arcadia 5570