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• CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING NOVEMBER 11, 2010
AS ARMISTICE DAY
WHEREAS, for more than 200 years, individuals from all walks of life have taken up
arms and sworn an oath to support and defend the principles upon which our country was
founded;and
WHEREAS, throughout our history, courageous men and women have donned the
uniform of our Armed Forces and built a noble tradition of faithful and dedicated service to our
Nation; and
WHEREAS, Armistice Day has been set aside as both a national and state holiday to
honor the 50 million American patriots who answered the call of duty, preserving our freedoms
and often making the ultimate sacrifice; and
WHEREAS, we can never fully repay our debt of gratitude to those heroic men and
women who served, were wounded, or even died in battle; and
• WHEREAS, the unwavering commitment of our soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and
Coast Guardsmen has preserved our freedoms and saved millions around the world from
tyranny; and
WHEREAS, we continue to draw inspiration from the heroism and dedication of those
who currently serve and sacrifice for the cause of liberty and justice; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting that citizens honor America's military veterans, through whose
service and sacrifice we today enjoy freedom and liberty.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Oak Park
Heights, Minnesota, that the City recognizes November 11, 2010 as Armistice Day and urges all
fellow citizens to observe this day.
Passed by he City Council of Oak Park Heights this 9WZ vember, 20
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David Beaudet
A TES Mayor
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City in strator