Proc. 2010-52 Law Enforcement Torch Run & Special Olympics Day 05-27-10
PROCLAMATION
NO. 2010-52
WHEREAS the Law Enforcement Torch Run began in 1981 when Wichita, Kansas police chief
Richard LaMunyon saw an urgent need to raise funds for increased awareness for
Special Olympics; and
WHEREAS in Texas, the Law Enforcement Torch Run began in 1985, & has grown to become
one of the largest in the world; and
WHEREAS at its most basic level, the Torch Run is an actual running event where officers &
athletes run the Special Olympics Flame of Hope to the opening ceremonies of local
competitions; and
WHEREAS every 2 years, law enforcement officers representing their state’s, province’s or
nation’s Torch Run program comprise a Final Leg Team which carries the Flame of
Hope to the Opening Ceremonies of the Special Olympics World Games; and
WHEREAS the Law Enforcement Torch Run is Special Olympics’ largest grassroots fundraiser
and public awareness vehicle;
WHEREAS Special Olympics is more than sports training & competitions, it changes peoples’
lives – together, the Law Enforcement Torch Run & the athletes of Special Olympics
Texas are an inspiration to all those involved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me as Mayor
of the City of Huntsville, Texas that:
MAY 27, 2010
be declared:
“Law Enforcement Torch Run & Special Olympics Day”
in the City of Huntsville and urge all citizens to acknowledge and support the dedication
of law enforcement personnel in aiding the Special Olympics program.
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PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this the 27 day of May, 2010.
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J. Turner, Mayor