HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTIONS - 09182001 - 2001- sv, �
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
PASSED by the following vote of the Board of Supervisors on this 18th day of September
2001
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
RESOLUTION NO. 20011
Subject: National Disaster
WHEREAS, the United States was suddenly and brutally attacked by terrorists on
September 11,2001;
WHEREAS,thousands of innocent Americans were killed or injured as a result of these
attacks,including the passengers and crews of four civilian aircraft,workers in the World
Trade Center and in the Pentagon, rescue workers and bystanders;
WHEREAS,these cowardly acts were by far the deadliest terrorist attacks ever launched
against the United States,and,by targeting symbols of American strength and success,
clearly were intended to intimidate our nation and weaken its resolve;
WHEREAS, Contra Costa County is shocked and saddened by these cowardly acts of
terrorism;
WHEREAS,it is vital that the American spirit remain strong and that freedom continues to
be the foundation of our country;
WHEREAS,the bravery and resolve of the American people has been demonstrated by
the sacrifice and courage of the rescue personnel,the steadfastness of our fellow citizens
and the leadership of our President and Governor.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Contra Costa County condemns the cowardly and
deadly actions of these terrorists;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that Contra Costa County fully supports the-orgoing efforts
of the President of the United States and the Governor of California in this time of tragedy
and in pursuit of bringing those behind these attacks to justice;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that Contra Costa County pledges its assistanceto both the
federal and state governments, as needed, and urges its citizens to assist in the rescue
and recovery efforts through such support as blood donations and monetary contributions;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Contra Costa County is committed to not allowing
terrorist acts to dampen the spirit and resolve of our County, our State and our Nation.
RESOLUTION NO.20011