0434 RESOLUTION NO. 434 (H2 -01)
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING AND PRAISING '1'!IE EFFORTS OF THE MEN
AND WOMEN OF THE LITTLE BOCK AIR FORCE BASE AND ALL MEMBERS
OF THE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES AND THEIR FAMILIES, THE
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND THE COALITION
FORCES, FOR THEIR ROLES IN OPERATION DESERT STORM; AND, FOR
OTHER PURPOSES,
WHEREAS, as concerned citizens of Jacksonville, we are
overwhelmed and proud of the immediate military reaction in
Operation Desert Storm provided by President Bush, members of
the United States Armed Forces, and members of the coalition
forces. Through our concerns and quest for a quid: resolution
to this international crisis, we realize the importance of the
role the United States Armed Forces plays in the effective
disarmament of Saddenm Hussein and his terrorist farces. The
President, Congressional leaders, members of the United States
Armed Forces, as well as those military members of our commu-
nity and their families, should all be praised, admired, and
supported for the sacrifices, di.fii deeisions, and efforts
made by these parties during this difficult Lime; and,
WHEREAS, the existence of conflict among nations
threatens the very well - being of the United States and the
freedom Americans enjoy on a daily basis. Although this
international crisis has created additional stress and strain
for citizens of Jacksonville, particularly those whose family
members and loved ones are overseas defending our freedom and
democracy, as representatives of the Citi of Jacksonville,
we pledge our support and offer our efforts for all members of
our military forces, but particularly those from our comma
pity. Until all members of the Armed Forces return home
safely and this crisis is resolved in favor of freedom and
democracy, we, as members of the JaL-1.s',rlvtlle community,
should show our unified support and assistance to our military
forces during Operation Desert Sterne
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY TUE CITY CCMISCI1, OF THE
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, THAT:
SECTION ONE Because of the eecessit.y of Logical,
effective, and expedient elimination of terrorist threats
against democracy and freedom, we commend. support., and praise
the President of the United Staters, membo s of the Coalition,
and all United States military pers'ini emd t.Lcir families
for the efforts and sacrificer; be.fnt n le during Operation
Desert Storm. We recommend, request., a.nd urge ell members of
the community, businesses and cil1be11s alike, to e:*i'iess their
support for our Armed For4 j arid ,7.,111 111 � . 11r I, i ayer5 for a
safe return of the American military perso1111 in the Persiiill
Gulf area. We strongly urge all or tile. boulmenity to express
their appreciation and support. ..f ',nr mi I Itary t nlel and
provide assistance to military fami 1 ie.; ac as 1 l; 5.,ip:ate
in the defense tor iItLetuel lomii .dam and 11'eod oIU.
SECTION TWO: All Resolutions and parr:, of Re:selutions
in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the teateiL of said
conflict.
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Resolution
January 1991
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SECTION THREE: This Resolution shall be in effect from
and after its date of passage.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS � 7 — DAY OF JANUARY, 1991.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
BY:TOMd` u )Ca
MY SWAIM, MAYOR
ATTEST:
LU LEONARD, C TY CLERK
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ROBERT. BAMBU C TY ATTI'NEY