0761RESOLUTION N0. ~_~
WHEREAS, the night of April 7, 1980 the City of
West Memphis was hit by tornado type winds, putting the
city in a state of devastation; and,
WHEREAS, many residents in various areas of West Memphis
had to be evacuated due to storm damage and flooding, as well
as some mobile homes being completely demolished; and,
WHEREAS, most of the city was without power through-
out the night; and,
WHEREAS, many businesses were badly damaged; roofs blown
off, windows broken, signs ruined; and,
WHEREAS, the efforts of Chief Keen were very successful
in organizing his manpower and carrying out the rescue operations
of citizens and the securing of property in guarding against
vandals.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS:
1. That Police Chief Bobby R. Keen be commended for his
foresight and personally being at the Police Department from
the time the weather bureau issued storm warnings for our area
until late the following evening, directing operations of the
disaster relief.
2. That the leadership demonstrated by Chief Keen repeats
again his dedication for the safety and protection of our lives
and property.
PASSED AND APPROVED this
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1980.
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