Proclamation Recognizing Law Enforcement RECOGNIZING
LEWIS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, the health and safety of all Lewis County residents is important to the happiness, prosperity
and well-being of our county's families and communities; and
WHEREAS, Lewis County is the proud home of numerous dedicated members of law enforcement who
put their lives on the line daily to keep our communities safe; and
WHEREAS, these officers stand as leaders and teachers, educating the community about the importance
of public safety; and
WHEREAS, our Lewis County officers are among the 780,000 law enforcement officers nationwide who
put on their badges each day not knowing what dangers they may face as they work to keep our
communities safe and defend our citizens from violent crime; and
WHEREAS, we recognize and appreciate the extraordinary efforts and sacrifices officers and their family
members make each day in order to protect our schools, workplaces, roadways, homes and visitors; and
WHEREAS, while January 9, 2021, was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we join the citizens
of Lewis County in honoring local law enforcement officers every day of the year for putting their lives
on the line to protect our community members, our freedoms and our way of life.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Lewis County Board of Commissioners hereby thanks our
law enforcement officers—and all of their support staff—locally and across the country for their
dedication and service.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 25th day of January 2021.
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.B000 AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOCC Meeting Date: Jan. 25, 2021
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Proclamation
Recognizing Law Enforcement
Contact: Rieva Lester Phone:
Department: BOCC - Board of County Commissioners
Description:
Recognizing Law Enforcement
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