11/11/2021
Thank you City of West Linn - Government for posting this proclamation. The West Linn Lions would also like to express our immense gratitude to our veterans.
City Council shares their immense gratitude for our veterans and made the following Proclamation in recognition of their service to our Country:
WHEREAS, the greatest acknowledgement of our freedom is to honor our armed forces veterans who have sacrificed and in many instances paid the ultimate price for our freedom; and
WHEREAS, West Linn recognizes and respects all the veterans throughout our City and the Country for their many contributions; and
WHEREAS, all our armed forces continue to be an inspiration to all of us through their demonstration of courage, leadership and commitment in service to our community and country; and
WHEREAS, it is up to us to ensure that every veteran feels that his or her service to this country is appreciated by their fellow Americans; and
WHEREAS, regardless of how one feels about policies that lead to war, let there be no doubt that veterans serve with honor. They serve to make life better for others; and
WHEREAS, war is never anything to celebrate, but peace is. The peace in between wars and conflicts is brought to you mainly by our veterans; and
WHEREAS, West Linn is dedicated to remembering the legacy of all veterans and recognizes and honors veterans who have served and are still serving our country so that all may pursue life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST LINN:
That in observance of Veterans Day on Thursday, November 11, 2021, West Linn proudly joins the rest of our nation to salute and give special honor and recognition to all those who served us in our armed forces and ask all those in West Linn to take this time to recognize those around them that have served.