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City of San Leandro Meeting Date: May 2, 2022 Presentation Agenda Section:File Number:22-171 RECOGNITIONS Agenda Number:2.h. TO:City Council FROM:Fran Robustelli City Manager BY:City Council FINANCE REVIEW:Not Applicable TITLE:Proclaiming May 15-21, 2022 as National Police Week in San Leandro May 15-21, 2022 as National Police Week WHEREAS, in 1962, the United States Congress and President designated May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the week in which it falls as National Police Week; and WHEREAS, law enforcement agencies play an essential role in safeguarding the rights and freedoms which have been guaranteed by the Constitution to every American; and WHEREAS, every day, San Leandro police officers work tirelessly to protect our residents, enforce laws, and keep our community safe in accordance with the core values of teamwork, integrity, professionalism, and service; and WHEREAS, San Leandro police officers are “proud to serve” and report for duty with knowledge of the dangers they may face and the sacrifices they may be called upon to make; and WHEREAS, this week we pay tribute to the police officers who protect and serve with extraordinary bravery and devote their lives in pursuit of a safe San Leandro; and WHEREAS, National Police Week honors police officers who have dedicated their lives to the service of humanity through public safety and to the 25,740 officers who have given their lives in this noble cause and recognize them for their brave and valiant service. Tragically, three San Leandro police officers have been killed in the line of duty; and WHEREAS, in honor of all the fallen officers and their families, U.S. flags in the City of San Leandro should be flown at half-staff during National Police Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Pauline Russo Cutter, Mayor of the City of San Leandro, do hereby proclaim May 15-21, 2022 as “National Police Week” in the City of San Leandro and encourage residents to join the Page 1 City of San Leandro Printed on 4/27/2022