HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-33 RESOLUTION NO. 2003-33
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF UKIAH EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR AMERICAN
ARMED FORCES ENGAGED IN CONFLICT IN IRAQ
WHEREAS, more than 225,000 men and women of the United States Armed Forces are
now involved in conflict against Iraq; and
WHEREAS, over 200,000 members of the reserves and National Guard have been called
to active duty for the conflict against Iraq and other purposes; and
WHEREAS, numerous men and women of the Armed Forces from Ukiah are deployed to
assignments and missions related to the conflict against Iraq; and
WHEREAS, these American military personnel have been separated from their families,
their loved ones and their communities; and
WHEREAS, the families and employers of California reservists called to active duty are
also making significant sacrifices; and
WHEREAS, the valiant and dedicated members of the Armed Forces consistently perform
in an exceptionally professional manner befitting an ali-volunteer military force; and
WHEREAS, the ability of the Armed Forces personnel to be an aid to peace, progress,
liberty, and justice requires the support of the nation, community, and family; and
WHEREAS, American soldiers have been taken as Prisoners of War and there have been
military and civilian casualties; and
WHEREAS, although we may have differences in opinion over the policy of engagement in
Iraq, we strongly support the nation's military personnel, both active and reserve, who have
been called into action.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of
Ukiah, California, expresses its strong support for the members of the Armed Forces of the
United States called upon to engage in military action in Iraq; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ukiah urges the President
of the United States of America to pursue to insure that all prisoners be treated in
accordance with the Geneva Convention; and
BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ukiah, California, urges the
state and national government to continue to support our troops and veterans when they
return from combat by addressing the financial, emotional, mental, and health support they
deserve in the years to come; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ukiah proclaims its
fervent hope that hostilities in Iraq end as soon as possible and that America's servicemen
and servicewomen return home quickly, safely, and uninjured.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of April 2003 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: Mayor Larson.
Councilmembers Rodin, Andersen, Smith, and Baldwin.
ATTEST:
Marie Ulvila, City Clerk
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