HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation - National Patriotism WeekWhereas, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, through its
Constitution, is a Patriotic Order; and
Whereas, the Order promotes the ideals that the citizens of this
nation live in freedom, won through the great sacrifices and many
tribulations which have provided the foundation for a free, prosperous,
and independent life; and
Whereas, we realize that each generation must work to maintain
this freedom; otherwise, through carelessness or indifference, the rights
and liberties enjoyed may vanish; and
Whereas, it is fitting and proper to recognize this freedom and to
honor the nation which provides it.
Now, Therefore, I, Jean M. Benson, Mayor of the City of
Palm Desert, California, Do Hereby Proclaim the week of September 5-
111 2011, as
National Patriotism Week
in the City of Palm Desert and urge all citizens to join with the Benevolent
and Protective Order of Elks in expressing gratitude for the privilege of
American citizenship with appropriate celebrations and observances.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and have
caused the Official Seal of the City of Palm Desert,
California, to be affixed this 8'h day of September, 2011.