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i& COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
FROM: Councilwoman Penny Rappa qV
SUBJECT: "Yellow Ribbon Days"
MEETING DATE:
1/7.9/91
ITEM NUMBE . /
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CAO RECOMMENDATION: Adopt resolution declaring "Yellow Ribbon Days" in support
of those serving in the armed services as recommended.
BACKGROUND:
At the Council meeting of January 22, 1991, at my request, Council direct staff to prepare
a resolution proclaiming "Yellow Ribbon Days."
The display of yellow ribbons signifies moral and emotional support in times of crisis and
separation. It is hoped that the resolution will encourage all residents of the City of San
Luis Obispo to show their support of the men and women currently serving in the armed
services during this time of grave danger as a result of the Persian Gulf War.
Attachment:
Resolution
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RESOLUTION NO. (1991 SERIES)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
DECLARING "YELLOW RIBBON DAYS"
BE rr RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, as follows:
WHEREAS, a military confrontation in the Middle East has led to the forced
separation of American families and friends; and
WHEREAS, the potential for grave danger exists and separation from family and
friends can cause anxiety for those who are called to duty and to those who wait at home;
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WHEREAS, the display of yellow ribbons has long signified a statement of moral
and emotional support during times of separation; and
WHEREAS, the residents of the City of San Luis Obispo are encouraged to display
yellow ribbons as a symbol of moral and emotional support for the men and women called
to service and as a statement of moral and emotional support for those who wait for their
safe return; and
WHEREAS, the citizens of the City of San Luis Obispo are also encouraged to join
the City Council in wishing for a resolution to this crisis, and a safe and speedy return of
all military personnel to their communities and families.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo that "Yellow Ribbon Days" commence and continue as long as the threat of grave
danger exists in the Middle East.
Resolution No. (1991 Series)
On motion of , seconded by , and on the
following roll call vote:
FEW
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this day of , 1991.
Mayor Ron Dunin
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City Clerk Pam Voges
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