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,/..%/ Am RESOLUTION NO. 5 4 5 7 A RESOLUTION of the City of Everett, Washington, declaring the week of April 3-9, 2004 Naval Station Everett Week in the city of Everett Whereas, the City of Everett is proud to be a partner with Naval Station Everett and proud to be a part of what makes Naval Station Everett, "The Sailor's Choice"; and Whereas, NSE Sailors, civilians, families and friends have become part of our history, our legacy and the fabric of our community; and Whereas, the United States Navy has added to the reputation of the City, bringing upon it national recognition, stature and praise; and Whereas, the City of Everett and Naval Station Everett have built an open, strong and innovative relationship; and Whereas, the people of Naval Station Everett have become an integral part of the City life, invigorating the community with initiative, leadership, a `can-do' willingness to pitch in; and Whereas, Naval Station Everett has been a reliable source of volunteers, energy and inspiration toward the overall health and well being of the community; and Whereas, Naval Station Everett is one of the Navy's premier facilities, environmentally superior and economically sound; and Whereas, Naval Station Everett is the homeport for the USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72), USS SHOUP (DDG 86), USS FORD (FFG 54), USS RODNEY M. DAVIS (FFG 60), and USS INGRAHAM (FFG 61); and Whereas, Naval Station Everett also serves as port for the US Coast Guard buoy tender USCG HENRYBLAKE (WLM 562) and the Military Sealift Command Ship USNS SHASTA (TAE 33) and other tenant commands; and Whereas, the eyes of the nation were focused on Everett in May 2003 when thousands of people lined our streets to welcome home our Sailors from war; and Whereas, April 8, 2004 marks the Tenth Anniversary of the Dedication of Naval Station Everett, and a series of celebrations have been organized throughout the community during the first week of April;