HomeMy WebLinkAboutAwards and Presentations 300 Honor Flight Network Proclamation-Vaught Date: April 22, 2013
This Proclamation was presented on this date by
Mayor Charles Lacey under Awards and
Presentations "302", during the April 22, 2013
City Commission Regular Meeting.
PROCLAMATION
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR , WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, from the founding of the United States of America, millions of our citizens have defended our country,
and have given their all, serving here and in numerous countries around the globe—all efforts being made for a better
life, and for liberty,justice, and freedom; and
WHEREAS, it is evident to Americans, the sacrifices and efforts that have been made by those who have served
our country as Veterans, and that some Veterans made the ultimate sacrifice — and this was all done for this great
country and its citizens and to keep freedom and peace in our hearts; and
4 HEREAS, Mr. William Vaught as a member of the United Stated Navy, served his country beginning in 1947,
served in the Korean War, and continued his service until 1968; and that through his unselfish courageous, brave, and
honorable efforts, our country is part of a much better world; and '
WHEREAS, on April 27, 2013, the Honor Flight Network is proud to take William Vaught and some of his fellow
service members on a journey to our nation's capitol, Washington D.C., so that these hero Veterans can first hand see
their Memorial which was built to honor William Vaught and his colleagues for their most honorable service to our
country and for all their efforts to help protect us and to keep us safe;and
WHEREAS, as fellow Winter Springs citizens, it is such a pleasure to recognize William Vaught for all he has done
for this great country of ours, and to wish him well during his Honor Flight,which is so very deserved.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, CHARLES LACEY, Mayor of the City of Winter Springs, Florida do hereby
Proclaim on behalf of all of the residents of the City of Winter Springs, Florida, that we recognize and honor
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for honorably serving the United States of America, and for being a hero who we humbly salute, and to whom we offer our
sincerest appreciation and heartfelt thanks.
,,,,... .,,,:,,z y.:,,,, IN WITNESS WHEREOF I hereunto have set m y hand and caused the
=c; 1,'i f l '' ,l,. Seal of the City of Winter Springs to be affixed and presented this
22nd day ofA� 013.
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CH• RLES LASv, YOR
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Charles Lacey
Mayor
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