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A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MONDAY, MAY 30, 2011 BE OBSERVED AS
"MEMORIAL DAY" IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND ASK THAT ALL
UNITED STATES FLAGS BE FLOWN AT HALF-STAFF IN HONOR AND
REMEMBRANCE OF THOSE BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAVE
SERVED OUR COUNTRY IN THE PAST AND THOSE WHO SERVE TODAY
WHEREAS, the Board ofCounty Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made the following
determinations:
1. America's sons and daughters have given their lives in service to our country since the nation was
founded.
2. Americans from all backgrounds and corners of our country serve with valor, courage, and
distinction in the United States Armed Forces.
3. The historical origins of Memorial Day began after the Civil War when towns decorated the graves
of soldiers who had died and Memorial Day was celebrated for the first time on May 5, 1866.
4. It is important to remember those who fought and died for our freedom, and to express our
gratitude and respect to their families.
5. Friends and families of those lost, seek peace and may find comfort in knowing their loved ones
died with honor.
6. It is important for all Americans to uphold the founding principles protected by those who died; let
their legacy to continue to inspire our Nation; and to let this solemn lesson of service continue with
future generations.
7. Americans pause each year on Memorial Day to remember and pay tribute to our military service
members who have made the ultimate sacrifice, so that we may enjoy the blessings of peace and
freedom.
8. On Memorial Day, we honor fallen soldiers, their commitment to our country, and their legacy of
patriotism and sacrifice.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County,
Florida:
1. This Board does hereby proclaim Monday, May 30, 2011, as "MEMORIAL DAY" in St. Lucie
County, Florida.
2. The board urges the citizens of St. Lucie County to participate in the community activities
that will be honoring those who have been lost in the line of duty.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 17T" day of May, 2011.
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