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Council Minutes of 9/3/2002 the 800,000 member Laborers International Union. Mr. O'Sullivan talked about the Laborers Union, and their goals and objectives for the future. He and several other mayors presented Mr. O'Sullivan with a proclamation commending him for his outstanding achievements and dedicated service to the Laborers International Union of North America. 5) On August 31, he was invited to participate in the AFL/CIO parade in Warrensville Heights. Also present at that parade were members of the AFSCME union from the City of North Olmsted. 6) A public hearing will be held by the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority to describe and receive public comments regarding proposed additions, eliminations and modifications in our service area effective November 4. There are going to be service changes in the communities of North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Fairview Park involving four routes. The public hearing be held in the North Olmsted Council Chambers on Monday, September 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. 7) A proclamation in remembrance of September 11 was read: "Whereas, in an unprovoked and senseless act of terrorism, four civilian aircraft were highjacked on September 11, 2001 and crashed in New York City, Pennsylvania and the Pentagon. Whereas, innocent U. S. citizens of all heritages, as well as visiting citizens of foreign nations, were killed as a result of these horrific acts. Whereas, while we as a union still continue to recover from the unspeakable loss of so many innocetrt lives, the indomitable spirit of the United States has been revitalized and given way to numerous expressions of heroism and patriotism. Whereas, the threat of terrorism, destruction and senseless violence must be banished for any free society to exist. Whereas, the City of North Olmsted shares in the grief and will commemorate the one-year anniversary of the September 1 la' tragedies, now therefore be it resolved by the City of North Olmsted, that we extend our deepest condolences to the innocent victims of these unprovoked actions by terrorists as well as to their families and friends. Be it further resolved that we salute the heroism of public safety and rescue workers, volunteers, local officials and those who responded to these tragic events with courage, self-less compassion, determination and skill. Be it further resolved that we dedicate September 11, 2002 as Always Remember 9/11 Day, the day to mourn, reflect and rededicate ourselves to ending terrorism in commemoration of the anniversary of the terrorist acts. Be it further resolved that we encourage all our citizens to honor the victims of September 11 by reaffirming their commitment to sustaining our new found patriotism, through volunteerism, community involvement and service. Be it further resolved that we, as citizens, dedicate our time, talents and energy to lift one another up to foster a new level of understanding and awareness. Let us honor the memory of all those who died by being of service to one another and by building the stronger, more perfect union our Founding Fathers called for." (A moment of silence was observed.) Councilman Nashar asked the Mayor for an update with regard to the demolition of the homes for the library. Mayor Musial said it would take place in the very near future as a contractor has been selected but the contract has not yet been awarded. Hopefully, it will take place by the end of September. 2 n~„~,._.M,,,,,. x . , ~ .. .