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Proclamation declaring May 10 - 16, 2015 as Commerce City Police Week
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Summary and Background Information: In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. Currently, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world converge on Washington, DC to participate in a number of planned events which honor those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice. The Commerce City Police Department participates in police week as an opportunity to recognize the contributions of department employees. City Council's proclamation formally supports the men and women in uniform who serve the community each day with trust, respect, excellence, leadership and restraint.
Staff Responsible (Department Head): Michelle Halstead
Staff Member Presenting: Chief of Police Troy Smith
Financial Impact: $0
Funding Source: N/A
Staff Recommendation: Approve proclamation as presented.
Suggested Motion: I move to approve proclamation 15-04, declaring May 10 - 16, 2015, as Commerce City Police Week