HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93011_0512Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (I appointment): Commissioner Norman
nominated Debbie Phillips.
OTIO by Chairman Tice to close the nominations and appoint Phillips by
acclamation.
VOTING: Ayes — 5; Nays — 0.
Centralina Economic Development Commission (I appointment): Commissioner
Johnson nominated Sara Haire Tice.
OTIO by Commissioner Johnson to close the nominations and appoint Tice by
acclamation.
VOTING: Ayes — 5; Nays — 0.
NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION REGARDING THE CARTOON APPEARING IN THE
DECEMBER 1, 2004 RECORD & LANDMARK: Commissioner Johnson said that in
the last few days, he had been approached by several citizens who voiced concerns and
complaints regarding an insensitive cartoon that appeared in the Record & Landmark
newspaper. Mr. Johnson then read the following resolution for the board's consideration.
RESOLUTION
DENOUNCING THE CARTOON
THAT APPEARED IN THE
STATESVILLE RECORD & LANDMARK
ON
DECEMBER 1, 2004
WHEREAS, many of our troops are experiencing the emotional distress of being
separated from their families and loved ones, and their families are distraught in
contemplation of their safety; and
WHEREAS, our troops are performing heroically in combat zones and the areas of
support services; and
WHEREAS, these troops are in constant danger of serious injury and even death;
and
WHEREAS, our nation has historically shown the greatest respect for the sacrifice
of our troops; and
WHEREAS, we have always shown the deepest reverence to those brave solders
who have paid the ultimate sacrifice; and
WHEREAS, we as a nation have always honored the families of our fallen
warriors with solemn and heartfelt appreciation.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Iredell County Board of
Commissioners publicly and emphatically denounces the cartoon which appeared in the
Statesville Record and Landmark on December 1, 2004.
BE IT FURTHERMORE RESOLVED, that we call upon the Statesville Record
& Landmark to refrain from the publication of any cartoon which would in anyway detract
from the respect, honor and reverence which our troops and their families deserve.