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09/11/11 - Voluntary Day of Service and RemembranceWHEREAS, on September 11, 2001, terrorists attacked the United States leading to the tragic loss of thousands of individuals from the United States and 92 different countries; and WHEREAS, in the days, weeks, and months following the attacks people from all walks of life volunteered to help support the rescue and recovery efforts, braving both physical and emotional hardship; and WHEREAS, courageous men and women continue to serve every day as members of our nations' armed forces to defend our nation's security and prevent future terrorist attacks; and WHEREAS, in 2009 the President of the United States permanently designated September 11 as a National Day of Service and Remembrance; and WHEREAS, September 11, 2011 will be the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on America. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Tammi Fisher, Mayor of the City of Kalispell, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2011 as a and I encourage all citizens and organizations to consider joining in this observance and to engage in activities of tribute, solemn remembrance, and charitable service. DATED this 6th day of September, 2011. Tammi Fisher Mayor