A resolution recognizing the services of the law enforcement officers of the West Precinct of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department.

WHEREAS, the West Precinct is staffed by dedicated professionals skilled in responding to any crisis, while performing their duties with the utmost skill, dedication, and professionalism, their services can only be categorized as outstanding, and should be recognized as public servants; and

WHEREAS, the contributions, abilities and composure of these valiant public servants are an inspiration and reassurance to the safety and peace of mind of everyone who lives, works or visits our communities; and

WHEREAS, the members of the law enforcement of the West Precinct, by their faithful and loyal devotion to their responsibilities, have rendered a dedicated service to their communities and, in so doing, have established themselves with an enviable and enduring reputation for preserving the rights and security of all citizens; and

WHEREAS, during 2005, under the command of West Precinct Commander Mikey Miller, West Nashville officers and citizens partnered to reduce the overall crime rate in their communities by leading all precincts in crime reduction with an overall drop of 11.99%, with violent crime declining to 4.84%, and property crime fell by 13,11%, and subsequently the West Precinct was named and recognized as the Metropolitan Police Department's 2005 Precinct of the Year; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council recognizes and appreciates the hard work of our law enforcement officers who make it possible for us to live our lives in safety each day and we offer our thanks for a difficult job well done; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

Section 1. The Metropolitan Council hereby goes on record as recognizing the services of the law enforcement officers of the West Precinct of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department.

Section 2. The Metropolitan Council Office is directed to prepare a copy of this Resolution to be presented to West Precinct Commander Mikey Miller on behalf of all law enforcement officers who serve the West Precinct.

Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.

Sponsored by: Billy Walls, Charlie Tygard, Rip Ryman, Buck Dozier

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
Referred:	Rules & Confirmations Committee
Introduced:	May 4, 2006
Adopted:	May 4, 2006
Approved:	May 5, 2006
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