HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 091013-KK - Proclaim Purple Heart CityRESOLUTION NO. 0 PO 1
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GEORGETOWN, TEXAS ACKNOWLEDGING AND
PROCLAIMING GEORGETOWN AS A PURPLE HEART
CITY.
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart is the oldest military decoration in use today, and it evolved
from the Badge of Military Merit created in 1782 by General George Washington for the common
soldier; and
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart is specifically awarded to any member of the United States
Armed Services wounded or killed in combat with a declared enemy of the United States; and
WHEREAS, the City of Georgetown, located in the heart of Texas, with its over fifty
thousand citizens, has great admiration and the utmost gratitude for all the men and women of the
Armed Forces who have selflessly served their country and this city and who have borne the brunt of
battle; and
WHEREAS, veterans have paid the high price of freedom by leaving their families and
communities and placing themselves in harm's way for the good of all; and
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women of Georgetown who
served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by
our citizens; and
WHEREAS, Purple Heart recipients are an integral part of our society and it is important
that we acknowledge them for their courage and show them the support they have earned; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart is to foster an
environment of goodwill among the*combat wounded veteran and their families, promote patriotism,
support legislative initiatives and most importantly, make sure we never forget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. The facts and recitations contained in the preamble of this Resolution are
hereby found and declared to be true and correct, and are incorporated by reference herein and
expressly made a part hereof, as if copied verbatim. The City Council hereby acknowledges and
proclaims the City of Georgetown as a Purple Heart City.
Resolution Number: 09 to I �) —V—K. Page 1 of 2
Description: Declaring Georgetown a Purple Heart City
Date: September 10, 2013
SECTION 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute, and the City Secretary to attest this
Resolution.
SECTION 3. The Mayor is hereby authorized to proclaim that the City of Georgetown is a
Purple Heart City.
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon adoption.
RESOLVED this 10 day of September, 2013.
THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN
By: .I—Z-4rV C- —
Georgwdarv'er, Mayor
ATTEST:
By: rl.,JwAtt�k'
es — ica Brettle, Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: A
Bridget Chaliman City Attorney
Resolution Number: D q to 13 - y- If-'- Page 2 of 2
Description: Declaring Georgetown a Purple Heart City
Date: September 10, 2013