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Proclamation
WHEREAS, the City of Ocoee has great admiration and the utmost gratitude for all the men and
women who have selflessly served their country and this community in the Armed Forces;
and
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart was the first American service award of decoration made available to
the common solider and is specifically awarded to members of the United States Armed
Forces who have been wounded or paid the ultimate sacrifice in combat with a declared
enemy of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart is to foster an environment of
goodwill among combat-wounded veteran members and their families, promote
patriotism, support legislative initiatives, and most importantly—make sure we never
forget; and
WHEREAS, Ocoee appreciates the sacrifices of Purple Heart recipients made in defending our
freedoms and believe it is important to acknowledge them for their courage and show
them the honor and support they have earned; and
WHEREAS, the City of Ocoee has always cordially and warmly welcomed veterans of the Armed
Forces into its community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, does hereby
declare the City of Ocoee as
A PURPLE HEART CITY
and encourages all citizens of the City of Ocoee to show heartfelt appreciation for the sacrifices made by
Purple Heart recipients and to honor the selfless acts they have made in defense of our freedoms.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand
and caused the Seal of the City of Ocoee, Florida to be
affixed this 7th day of October, 2025.
Rusty Johnson, Mayor