HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2003-080-armed forces RESOLUTION NO. 2003- 080
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,
EXPRESSING UNEQUIVOCAL SUPPORT FOR
THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN THE
ARMED FORCES OF THE UNITED STATES;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, tens of thousands of brave and dedicated men and women
who serve this country as members of the armed services have been called to
active duty to insure the disarmament of Iraq and the advancement of the
principles of democracy and individual freedom cherished by all Americans; and
WHEREAS, all Americans, notwithstanding their political views regarding
the use of military force in Iraq, should unite to support their fellow citizens who
risk their lives in military service to the country; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Dania Beach wishes to
insure that the ongoing national and international public debate over the
appropriateness of military intervention in Iraq should not be construed by the
members of the United States Armed Services as a lack of support or
appreciation for their individual commitment and willingness to sacrifice.
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Dania Beach desires to
send a clear and unequivocal message of appreciation and support to the men
and women of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corp and Coast
Guard who have been called to service for their Country.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA:
Section 1. That the foregoing "WHEREAS" clauses are hereby ratified
and confirmed as being true and correct and are hereby made a specific part of
this resolution.
Section 2. That the City Commission of the City of Dania Beach,
Florida, hereby expresses its unequivocal support for the men and women who
serve the United States Armed Forces; wish each and every one of them safety
and success in their dangerous mission of disarmament; and praise them and
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their families for the sacrifice they are making on behalf of all Americans and
other people throughout the world who cherish freedom and democracy.
Section 3. If any clause, section or other part of this Resolution shall be
held by any court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional or invalid, such
unconstitutional or invalid part shall be considered as eliminated and in no way
effecting the validity of the other provisions of this Resolution.
Section 4. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith
are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 5. That this resolution shall take effect immediately upon its
passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 8T" DAY OF APRIL, 2003.
`OB A NTON
MAYOR — COMMISSIONER
• ATTEST: ROLL CALL:
COMMISSIONER CHUNN - YES
COMMISSIONER FLURY - YES
C ARLENE JO ON COMMISSIONER MIKES - YES
CITY CLERK VICE-MAYOR MCELYEA - YES
MAYOR ANTON - YES
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS:
BY:
THOM. S . ANSBRO
CITY ATTORNEY
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