PREPARED BY: JAMES LAUGHTER DATE OF MEETING: 04/20/2026
SUBJECT:
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REQUEST FOR ISSUANCE OF PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026 AS PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY AND THE WEEK IN WHICH IT FALLS AS NATIONAL POLICE WEEK
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CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Approve by Minute Order.
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Compliance statements
Building a Healthy Community is a major policy goal contained in the FY 2025-27 City Council Priority Workplan, effective April 7, 2025.
BACKGROUND
Established by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, on October 1, 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the week in which May 15th falls as National Police Week.
National Police Week is a time to pay special tribute, recognition, and honor to the law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, for the safety and protection of others, and to voice appreciation for those who continue to serve on the front lines.
FISCAL IMPACT
None associated with this item.