In
honor of and out of respect for law enforcement
officers, President Obama has proclaimed May 15,
2016 as Peace Officers Memorial Day, and May 15
through May 21 as Police Week. He has issued a
Presidential Proclamation encouraging all to
display the United States flag at half-staff on
Sunday, May 15."For generations, the brave women and men of our Nation's law enforcement have answered the call to serve and protect our communities," the President said in the Proclamation. "Enduring long shifts in dangerous and unpredictable circumstances, our Nation's peace officers embody the courage and honor that represent the best of America. On Peace Officers Memorial Day and during Police Week, we express our gratitude for the selfless public servants who wear the badge and put themselves in harm's way to keep us safe, and we pay respect for those who lost their lives in the line of duty."
Boundary County will hold its observation of Peace Officers Memorial Day Sunday at 2:00 p.m., under the flag in Veterans Park next to the Library. Organizers have promised that the Boundary County event will be held "rain or shine."
To see the full Presidential Proclamation on Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, click here.