014-01
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
RESOLUTION CONDEMNING THE TERRORIST ATTACKS
AND SUPPORTING
THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
IN DEFENDING AMERICA
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2001, the United States of America was suddenly and
brutally attacked by foreign terrorists; and
WHEREAS, these terrorists hijacked and destroyed four civilian aircraft, crashing two of
them into the towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, and a third into the Pentagon
outside Washington, D.C.; and
WHEREAS, thousands of innocent Americans were killed and injured as a result of these
attacks, including the passengers and crew of the four aircraft, workers in the World Trade Center
and in the Pentagon, rescue workers, and bystanders; and
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; and
WHEREAS, these horrific events have affected all Americans. It is important that we carry
on with the regular activities of our lives. Terrorism cannot be allowed to break the spirit of the
American people, and the best way to show these cowards that they have truly failed is for the people
of the United States and their counties to stand tall and proud.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the governing board of the County of
Frederick, Virginia condemns the cowardly and deadly actions of these terrorists; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the governing board of the County of Frederick,
Virginia supports the President of the United States as he works with his national security team to
defend against additional attacks, and find the perpetrators to bring them to justice; and
BE IT STILL FURTHER RESOLVED, that the governing board of the County of
Frederick, Virginia recommends to its citizens to support relief efforts by giving blood at the nearest
available blood donation center.
Adopted this 12th day of September, 2001.
Resolution - Condemning Terrorist Attacks and Support of the
President of the United States in Defending America
September 12, 2001
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Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Robert M. Sager
Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr.
Aye
Margaret B. Douglas
Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr.
Aye
Sidney A. Reyes
Aye
A COpy TESTE:
RESOLUTION NO.: 014-01
COUNTY of FREDERICK
John R. Riley, Jr.
County Administrator
September l3, 200l
540/665-5666
Fax 540/667-0370
E-mail:
j ri ley@coJrederick.va.us
The Honorable George W. Bush
President of the United States
The White House
l600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. President:
The Board of Supervisors for the County of Frederick, Virginia, meeting in regular session
on September l2, 2001, unanimously adopted the enclosed resolution.
Please know that the County of Frederick stands solidly behind you on any issue concerning
this devastating act against the United States of America.
God Bless America.
Sincerely,
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John R. Riley, Jr.
County Administrator
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Enclosure
cc: Virginia Association of Counties
National Association of Counties
107 North Kent Street . Winchester. Virginia 22601-5000