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To Honor the Memory of the Victims of the September 11, 2001 Terror Attacks and Recognize the Annual Flag Memorial
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WHEREAS, The terror attacks on the twin towers of The World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington, DC, and the crash landing of Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pennsylvania accounted for nearly 3,000 lives lost; and
WHEREAS, On the 18th anniversary of that fateful day, we not only remember the fallen, but the first responders and everyday heroes that risked their own lives to save others; and
WHEREAS, We remember those who have served in our armed forces, both in the most recent conflict abroad and throughout our country’s history, we owe them gratitude and respect for their service. May our nation and its people stay forever vigilant and take positive actions to prevent a tragedy such as this from happening again; and
WHEREAS, May all Americans regardless of race, gender, religion, orientation, or national origin find this country to be a safe haven for freedom, justice, and prosperity; and
WHEREAS, In remembrance of the events that transpired and the lives lost on September 11, HandsOn Central Ohio will be placing nearly 3,000 flags on the Ohio Statehouse Lawn on September 9, 2019; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby honor the memory of the victims of the terror attacks on September 11, 2001, recognizes the commitment of first responders for their actions on that fateful day, and continues to grieve with those that still struggle with loss.