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RESOLUTION NO.38-01
WHEREAS,on September 11,2001,the United States of America was suddenly
and brutally attacked by terrorists;and
WHEREAS,these terrorists hijacked and destroyed four civilian aircraft,
crashing two of them into the towers of the World Trade Center in New York City,and a
third into the Pentagon outside Washington,DC;and
WHEREAS,thousands of innocent Americans were killed and injured as a result
of these attacks,including the passengers and crew of the four aircraft,workers in the
World Trade Center and in the Pentagon,rescue workers,and bystanders;and
WHEREAS,these horrendous acts were by far the deadliest terrorist attacks
every launched against the United States,and,by targeting symbols of American
strength and success,clearly were intended to intimidate our nation and weaken its
resolve;and
WHEREAS,these horrific events have affected all Americans,it is important that
we carry-on with the regular activities of our lives.Terrorism cannot be allowed to
break the spirit of the American people and the best way to show these terrorists that
they have truly failed is for the people of the United States and their municipalities to
stand tall and proud.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OF ESTES PARK,COLORADO hereby condemns the atrocious and
deadly actions of these terrorists.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the BOARD OF TRUSTEES hereby supports
the President of the United States as he works with his National Security Team to
defend against additional attacks,and find the perpetrators to bring them to justice.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the BOARD OF TRUSTEES recommends
that its citizens support relief efforts in any way appropriate to them,and to consider
contacting the nearest blood donation center to schedule an appointment for a blood
donation.
INTRODUCED,READ,AND PASSED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
TOWN OF ESTES PARK on this 18th day of September 2001.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK,COLORADO
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Mayor
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Town Clerk