130-18 Declaring Gun Violence Awareness Day.pdf

2 WHEREAS, wearing orange on June 1, 2018 will support efforts to raise awareness about gun violence, honor the lives of gun violence victims, and honor the survivors of gun violence; and WHEREAS, the Township Council of the Township of West Orange renews its commitment to reduce gun violence and pledge to support efforts to keep firearms out of the wrong hands and encourage responsible gun ownership to help keep our children safe. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE, that the first Friday in June shall be declared National Gun Violence Awareness Day; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Township encourages all citizens to support the local efforts within the community prevent the tragic effects of gun violence and to honor and value human lives. ________________________________ Karen Carnevale, R.M.C. Susan McCartney Municipal Clerk Council President Adopted: May 22, 2108 4813-3391-6517, v. 1