HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 2013-2123 RESOLUTION NO. 2013- 2 r-2,3
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING SUPPORT
FOR THE NOVEMBER 8, 2013 PARADE COMMEMORATING
THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE VIETNAM WAR,
SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY MILITARY
AFFAIRS BOARD WELCOMING HOME AND REMEMBERING
VIETNAM VETERANS; PROVIDING THE CITY MANAGER
WITH THE AUTHORITY TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO
EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, beginning on Memorial Day 2012, the Federal government initiated a
partnership with local governments, private organizations, and communities across America to
participate in the Commemoration of the 50`h Anniversary of the Vietnam War; and
WHEREAS, the Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War is a 13-year
program to honor and thank the generation of proud Americans who served our country during one
of the most challenging missions ever faced by our nation; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to join in the commemoration of the 50`h
Anniversary of the Vietnam War; and
WHEREAS, the Commemoration of the 50`h Anniversary of the Vietnam War is a tribute to
the valor of more than 3 million servicemen and women who left their families to serve bravely; and
WHEREAS, through more than a decade of combat, over air, land, and sea, these proud
Americans upheld the highest traditions of our Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, as a grateful Nation, we honor more than 58,000 patriots who sacrificed their
lives during the Vietnam War and remember those who were wounded and still carry the scars of
war; and
WHEREAS, the Military Affairs Board is sponsoring a parade, scheduled for November 8,
2013, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War, and welcoming home and
remembering our Vietnam veterans; and
WHEREAS, this City believes that it is in the best interest of the citizens of Sunny Isles
Beach to support the November 8, 2013 parade sponsored by the Military Affairs Board.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Expressing Support for Parade. The City Commission hereby joins in the
Commemoration of the 50`h Anniversary of the Vietnam War, and expresses support for the
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November 8, 2013 parade sponsored by the Military Affairs Board welcoming home and
remembering our Vietnam veterans.
Section 2. Authorization of City Manager. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do
all things necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
Section 3. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of October 2013.
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Norman S. Edelcup. Mayor
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Jane A. Hines, MMC, City Clerk
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Commissioner Gatto ✓ (Yes) (No)
Commissioner Levin //Yes) (No)
Commissioner Scholl V(Yes) (No)
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MEMORANDUM
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FROM: Christopher J. Russo, City Manager
DATE: 10/17/2013
RE: Support for Parade for 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War.
RECOMMENDATION:
This Resolution is presented for your consideration.
• REASONS:
The Miami-Dade County Military Affairs Board is sponsoring a parade, scheduled
for November 8, 2013, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War,
and welcoming home and remembering our Vietnam veterans. The City has
been asked to support the November 8, 2013 parade sponsored by the Military
Affairs Board.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War is a 13-year
program to honor and thank the generation of proud Americans who served our
country during one of the most challenging missions ever faced by our nation.
The Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War is a tribute to
the valor of more than 3 million servicemen and women who left their families to
serve bravely and through more than a decade of combat, over air, land, and
sea, these proud Americans upheld the highest traditions of our Armed Forces.
As a grateful Nation, we honor more than 58,000 patriots who sacrificed their
lives during the Vietnam War and remember those who were wounded and still
carry the scars of war.
ATTACHMENTS:
• • Resolution
Agenda Item No 10B
Date 10/17/2013
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