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PROCLAMATION t
WHEREAS, cities across Montana have been plagued by the numerous problems associated with. alcohol, tobacco and other
drug use; and
WHEREAS, there is hope in winning the War on Drugs, and the hope lies in the hard work and determination of our
communities to create a drug free environment; and
WHEREAS, local leaders, in government and the community, know that the support of the people in the neighborhoods is the
most effective tool they can have in their efforts to reduce use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs by Montanans; and
WHEREAS, success will not occur overnight, our patience and continued commitment to drug education and prevention are
imperative; and
WHEREAS, the red ribbon was chosen as a symbol commemorating the work of Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, a Drug
Enforcement Administration agent who was murdered in the line of duty and has come to represent the belief that one person CAN
make a difference; and
WHEREAS, Flathead CARE and Safe & Drug Free Schools Consortium, a drug prevention organization that promotes asset
building, has been established by the people of Kalispell to help create awareness of the drug problems facing every community; to
develop parent and community teams to combat alcohol, tobacco and other drugs; and to promote drug -free lifestyles for Montanans.
NOW, THEREFORE,1, Pamela B. Kennedy, Mayor of the City of Kalispell, Flathead County, Montana do hereby proclaim
October 19-25, 2003 as
RED RIBBON WEEK
in the City of Kalispell and encourage all citizens, businesses, public and private agencies, religions and educational institutions
to wear and display red ribbons and participate in drug -free activities throughout the week..
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DATED this 20th day of October, 2003.