HomeMy WebLinkAbout6325_CCv0001.pdf RESOLUTION NO. 6325
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA,
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PLACING A MONUMENT IN JENNIE DAVIS PARK HONORING
WIDOWS AND ORPHANS OF UNITED STATES WAR HERDS
WHEREAS, the citizens of the Redlands hold dear the memory of those brave,
courageous and dedicated members of the United States Armed Forces who gallantly and
willingly answered the call to defend our great Nation in times of war and conflict; and
WHEREAS, during these times of world unrest brave families - wives, husbands and
children - were left to carry on. Sadly, many would never again enjoy the safety and security of
a loving parent or companion creating a vast void in their lives, never to be completely healed;
and
WHEREAS, Wallace Sanchez, a World War II veteran, has often thought during the
years about the sacrifices made by the families of those who gave their lives defending our
country. Master Sgt. Sanchez became determined to create a commemorative statue recognizing
those who lost loved ones and presented his proposal to the Redlands City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Redlands, at their meeting of September 7,
2004, approved the placement of a statue honoring widows and orphans of war heroes to be
placed in Jennie Davis Park near the Eternal Flame monument; and
WHEREAS, Master Sgt. Sanchez and Councilmember Gary George have approached the
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians regarding funding of a monument honoring widows and
orphans. San Manuel Band has asked for assurance that if they provide such funding, the
monument will be placed in Jennie Davis Park near the Eternal Flame monument;
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS
AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City agrees that should the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians provide
funding for the statue, in accordance with their request, the statue would be placed in Jennie
Davis Park near the Eternal Flame memorial.
Section 2. The City will support the placement of a monument to honor widows and
orphans of war heroes with the understanding that City staff will provide assistance in the actual
placement of the statue.
ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this 21 st day of September, 2004.
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ATTEST:
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I, Lorrie Poyzer, City Clerk of the City of Redlands, hereby certify that the foregoing
resolution was duly adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 21st day
of September, 2004 by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gil, Gilbreath, George, Harrison; Mayor Peppier
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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