RE 2001-09-25.1A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-0925.1
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS
CONDEMNING THE ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES AND PRAISING THE
RESPONDERS TO SAID ATTACK.
WHEREAS, horrific and cowardly acts of terrorism occurred in the United States on
September 11, 2001 with direct impact on our nation's cities; and
WHEREAS, we, the Coppell community, are shocked and saddened by those acts; and
WHEREAS, our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families; and
WHEREAS, together we support actions designed to protect our basic freedoms; and
WHEREAS, leaders throughout the nation have moved quickly to increase security and
protect citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF COPPELL, TEXAS:
SECTION 1. That the Mayor and Council and Coppell community applaud the selfless
heroism of the countless firefighters, police officers, rescue workers, members of the National Guard,
other public servants, and volunteers across the country; and
SECTION 2. That we salute the leadership provided by Governor George Pataki, New York
City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, the New York State Legislature, Governor James Gilmore, District of
Columbia Mayor Anthony Williams, and other state, county, and local officials; and
SECTION 3. That we urge an unshaken respect and tolerance for the diversity of America's
residents regardless of their race, ethnicity, or religious beliefs, demonstrating our unity and support for
each other especially during these incredibly difficult times; and
SECTION 4. That we are all united as Americans behind President Bush and the Congress
and we commend their leadership and resolve in this time of crisis.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the community of Coppell, its Mayor and
Council will continue to be diligent in our security measures and supportive of our nation's leaders as
we move through this time of national crisis.
DULY PASSED by the City Council of the City of Coppell, Texas this 25th day of
September 2001.
APPROVED:
Candy Sheehan, Mayor
ATTEST:
Libby Ball, City Secretary
City Attorney