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Council proclaims National Police Week; department thanks community
Summary
Councilman Shannon Hayes read a proclamation recognizing National Police Week; a police representative described visiting the National Memorial as “a very, sobering and humbling experience” and thanked the city for community support during Police Week.
Councilman Shannon Hayes read a proclamation at the May 11 meeting declaring the week of May 15, 2026 as National Police Week and noting Peace Officers Memorial Day. The proclamation recognized officers who have lost their lives or suffered disabilities in the line of duty and urged residents to honor law enforcement.
A police representative accepted the proclamation and described attending the National Memorial as "a very, sobering and humbling experience," thanking the council and community for support activities such as donations and events organized during Police Week. The representative also noted several officers are second-generation law enforcement and expressed appreciation for the department’s dedication to public safety.
Council members and staff thanked the department and encouraged public recognition of law enforcement service in the community.
