PROCLAMATION

THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF SAN MATEO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA DESIGNATING AUGUST 14, 2007 AS

CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY

PATROL DAY

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WHEREAS, on August 14, 1929, the California State Legislature passed legislation that led to the creation of the California Highway Patrol (CHP); and

WHEREAS, from an initial force of 280 officers, the CHP now includes more than 7,000 officers and 3,000 non-sworn employees who are integral to protecting the safety of all Californians; and

WHEREAS, the duties of the Highway Patrol have grown from traffic law enforcement to participation in vehicle theft and anti-drug task forces, managing the statewide Amber Alert network, and responding to natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods and major fires; and

WHEREAS, after the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the Highway Patrol assumed responsibility for the security of major bridges, the power grid, the water delivery system, the State Capitol and other state buildings. This mission established the Highway Patrol as an important part of our homeland security effort; and

WHEREAS, the courageous men and women of the CHP face great risks everyday as they work to keep our lives free from danger. Since 1929, 202 CHP officers have lost their lives in the line of duty, and we owe a tremendous debt of gratitude for their selflessness and sacrifice; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Mateo, State of California, hereby designates August 14, 2007 as “California Highway Patrol Day” to honor CHP officers and employees for their courage, devotion to duty and tireless commitment to the safety of all Californians.

Dated: August 14, 2007

SUPERVISORS:

ROSE JACOBS GIBSON, PRESIDENT

MARK CHURCH

JERRY HILL

RICHARD S. GORDON

ADRIENNE J. TISSIER

Attest:

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Deputy Clerk of the Board of Supervisors