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RESOLUTION NO. R2015-81 <br /> RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT <br /> FOR THE GUARD AND RESERVE <br /> WHEREAS, the Guard and Reserve are essential to the strength of our nation and the well- <br /> being of our communities; and, <br /> WHEREAS,the patriotic men and women of the Guard and Reserve serve voluntarily; and, <br /> WHEREAS,they train to respond to their community and country in time of need; and, <br /> WHEREAS, increased public understanding is required of the essential role of the Guard <br /> and Reserve in preserving our national security. <br /> NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DECATUR <br /> ILLINOIS: <br /> Section 1. That the City of Decatur of the County of Macon, State of Illinois, does hereby <br /> resolve to recognize, honor and comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and <br /> Reemployment Rights Act. <br /> Section 2. That the City of Decatur of the County of Macon, State of Illinois, will provide <br /> our managers and supervisors with the tools they need to effectively manage those employees who <br /> serve in the Guard and Reserve. <br /> Section 3. That the City of Decatur of the County of Macon, State of Illinois, does <br /> appreciate the values, leadership and unique skills Service members bring to the workforce and <br /> will encourage opportunities to employ Guardsmen, Reservists,transitioning Service members and <br /> Veterans. <br /> Section 4. That the City of Decatur of the County of Macon, State of Illinois, will <br /> continually recognize and support our country's Service me bers and their families in peace, in <br /> crisis and in war. <br /> PRESENTED and ADOPTED this 15th day f un , 2015. <br /> 0 <br /> M L CER AYOR <br /> ATTEST: <br /> Debra G. Brig , City Clerk <br />