Proclamation: Law Enforcement Recognition Week PROCLAMATION
LAW ENFORCEMENT
RECOGNITION WEEK
LEWIS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, law enforcement officers are the first line of defense against crime; and
WHEREAS, law enforcement officers throughout Lewis County conduct themselves in a manner that
supports, maintains, and defends the constitutions of the state of Washington and the United States; and
WHEREAS,the law enforcement profession has become increasingly more complex, posing greater
challenges and requiring officers to serve additional hours above and beyond their regular duties; and
WHEREAS, numerous law enforcement officers, while performing their duties, have risked their own
lives to save the lives of others, distinguishing themselves with exceptionally meritorious conduct; and
WHEREAS, the protection of our citizens and the fight against crime is a 24-hour endeavor, exposing our
law enforcement professionals to serious danger and placing their lives in jeopardy; and
WHEREAS, in Washington State, more than 300 Washington law enforcement officers have been killed
in the line of duty since 1889;
NOW,THEREFORE, the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners proclaims May 13-19, 2018, as
Law Enforcement Recognition Week and urges all people to join in this special observance.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 14th day of May, 2018.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Resolution: BOCC Meeting Date: May 14, 2018
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Notice
Proclamation recognizing May 13-19, 2018, as Law Enforcement Recognition Week.
Contact Rieva Lester Phone: 360-740-1120
Department: Board of County Commissioners
Action Needed: Approve Resolution
Description
Proclamation recognizing May 13-19, 2018, as Law Enforcement Recognition Week.