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<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />COMMENDING THE <br />ORONO POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR EXCELLENCE <br /> <br />WHEREAS, recent events resulted in demonstrations and protests around the country <br />regarding the use of force by law enforcement agencies; and <br /> <br />WHEREAS, these incidents highlight the dangers faced by all law enforcement <br />professionals during the course of their duties each and every day; and <br /> <br />WHEREAS, the members of the Orono Police Department provide an essential function in <br />our community by dedicating themselves to protect life, liberty, and property; and <br /> <br />WHEREAS, in light of the recent negativity directed toward law enforcement nationally, <br />there is a need to acknowledge to our local law enforcement officers that our citizens recognize the <br />difficult and dangerous responsibilities they shoulder in public service to our city; and <br /> <br />WHEREAS, the City Council of Orono wishes to formally express support of, and for, the <br />Orono Police Department and all local law enforcement agencies around the country; <br /> <br />NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Orono, in the County <br />of Hennepin, State of Minnesota, hereby expresses steadfast support for our local Orono Police <br />Department and commends the Department for excellence in upholding professional standards and <br />protecting the life, liberty, and safety of the residents of Orono. <br /> <br />ATTEST: <br /> <br /> <br />_________________________________ _________________________________ <br /> Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan, Mayor