MAYORAL PROCLAMATION

BUDDY POPPY DAYS

MEYER-DZIEDZIC VFW POST 8482

MAY 20 AND 21, 2005

WHEREAS, the annual distribution of Buddy Poppies by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, Meyer-Dziedzic Post 8482 of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, has been officially recognized and endorsed by governmental leaders since 1922; and

WHEREAS, the annual distribution of Buddy Poppies will be held in Oak Creek on May 20 and 21, 2005; and

WHEREAS, VFW Buddy Poppies are assembled by disabled veterans, and the proceeds of this worthy fund-raising campaign are used exclusively for the benefit of disabled and needy veterans, and the widows and orphans of deceased veterans; and

WHEREAS, the basic purpose of the annual distribution of Buddy Poppies by the Veterans of Foreign Wars is eloquently reflected in the desire to "Honor the Dead by Helping the Living".

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Richard Bolender, Mayor of the City of Oak Creek, do hereby urge the citizens of this community to recognize the merits of this cause by contributing generously to its support through the purchase of Buddy Poppies on the days set aside for the distribution of these symbols of appreciation for the sacrifices of our veterans.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that I urge all citizens to wear a Buddy Poppy as mute evidence of our gratitude to the men and women of this country who have risked their lives in defense of the freedoms that we continue to enjoy as American Citizens.

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Richard Bolender

Mayor, City of Oak Creek

ATTEST:

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Beverly A. Buretta, CMC

City Clerk