RESOLUTION NO. XX-22
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA HONORING VETERANS ON NOVEMBER 11, VETERANS DAY 2022
WHEREAS, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, Germany signed an armistice agreement with the United States of America and its allies to end World War I; and WHEREAS, in 1938, the United States Congress declared the 11th of November in each year a legal holiday to be dedicated to the cause of world peace celebrated as “Armistice Day” to honor veterans of World War I; and
WHEREAS, in 1954, Congress recognized the American Armed Forces that fought bravely in World War II and during the aggression in Korea and honored them by changing “Armistice Day” to “Veterans Day”; and
WHEREAS, 38 U.S.C. § 101(2) provides: The term "veteran" means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable; and,
WHEREAS, Richmond’s VFW Post 8399, named after the 761st Tank Battalion1, has been reestablished at the Veteran’s Memorial Hall at 968 23rd Street in Richmond; and, WHEREAS, the Richmond City Council recognizes that Veterans Day is a celebration intended to honor those who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good and has designated Veterans Day as an official City of Richmond holiday; and WHEREAS, many residents of Richmond, City of Richmond employees and three City Council members have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND: On this Veterans Day 2022, we honor the many residents of Richmond, City of Richmond employees and three City Council members who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
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I certify that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Richmond at a regular meeting thereof held November 1, 2022, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTENTIONS:
ABSENT:
PAMELA CHRISTIAN
CLERK OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND
(SEAL)
1 The 761st Tank Battalion was a separate tank battalion of the United States Army during World War II. The 761st was made up primarily of African-American soldiers, who by War Department policy were not permitted to serve alongside white troops; the U.S. military did not officially desegregate until after World War II. Wikipedia. The commander of the Richmond Post 8399 761st Tank Battalion Post, is James Hill, 510/334-7968.
Approved:
THOMAS K. BUTT
Mayor
Approved as to form:
DAVE ALESHIRE
City Attorney
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I certify that the foregoing is a true copy of Resolution No. XX-22, finally passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Richmond at a regular meeting held on November 1, 2022.
Pamela Christian, Clerk of the City of Richmond