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Proclamation
Whereas,communities across America have been plagued by the numerous
problems associated with illicit drug use and those that traffic in them; and
Whereas,there is hope in winning the war on drugs, and that hope lies in
education and drug demand reduction, coupled with the hard work and
determination of organizations such as the Young Marines of the Marine Corps
League to foster a healthy, drug-free lifestyle; and
Whereas,governments and community leaders know that citizen support is
one of the most effective tools in the effort to reduce the use of illicit drugs in
our communities; and
Whereas,the red ribbon has been chosen as a symbol commemorating the
work of Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, a Drug Enforcement Administration agent
who was murdered in the line of duty, and represents the belief that one person
can make a difference; and
Whereas,the Red Ribbon Campaign was established by Congress in 1988 to
encourage a drug-free lifestyle and involvement in drug prevention and
reduction efforts; and
Whereas,October 23-31 has been designated National Red Ribbon Week,
which encourages Americans to wear a red ribbon to show their support for a
drug-free environment;
NOW,THEREFORE,the City Council and Mayor do hereby proclaim
October 23-31 as:
Red Ribbon Week
In the City of Central Point, and urge all citizens to join us in this special
observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereby set my hand this 27th day of October,
2016.
Central Point Mayor Hank Williams