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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2001, the American People endured the worst terrorist attack on U.S.
soil in the nation’s history with courage and heroism; and
WHEREAS, in response to this tragedy, Americans across the country came together in a remarkable
spirit of patriotism and unity and carried out countless acts of kindness, generosity and compassion; and
WHEREAS, community organizations and family members of 9/11 victims began observing the
anniversary of September 11th as a charitable service day to honor the memory of those who were lost and
those who united in response to the tragedy, including first responders and volunteers; and
WHEREAS, the Serve America Act, approved by Congress and enacted into law on April 21, 2009,
directed September 11th to be observed and recognized as an annual “National Day of Service and
Remembrance” and charged the Corporation for National and Community Services with leading this
nationwide effort; and
WHEREAS, participating in service and remembrance activities on September 11th is a positive and
respectful way to remember the lives of those lost, pay tribute to those who rose in service, and honor those
who continue to serve our country today, including active-duty and reserve soldiers and their families,
veterans, and first responders.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DALE ROSS, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN,
TEXAS, do hereby proclaim, September 11, 2018 as
A DAY OF SERVICE AND REMEMBRANCE
In Georgetown, Texas