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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey, as follows:
ANN MARIE EDEN, R.M.C. TOWNSHIP CLERK
DATED: 2-25-14
RESOLUTION 119R-14
MOTION TO APPROVE BY: UPDEGRAVE MOTION SECONDED BY: BRESSI YES: BRESSI, MARTIN, UPDEGRAVE, CALOGERO, NIXON
WHEREAS, The mission of the Armed Forces Heritage House Museum is to preserve, present, and educate all on the rich history, artistry, heritage, and environment of the Armed Forces located at the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst; and
WHEREAS, In pursuit of its mission, the goal of the Armed Forces Heritage House Museum is to create and build a museum on the perimeter of the joint base that is accessible to the general public and will present the heritage and history of the base from its inception in 1917 to the present day; and
WHEREAS, The Armed Forces Heritage House Museum recognizes the importance of the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, which serves as a national model as the country’s first operational joint base and only tri-service joint base, is home to over 80 missions, represents all service branches of the United States military, and provides a centralized location for military operations in New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, The Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst has conducted basic training, combat training, airlift, airdrop, air-refueling and aeromedical operational missions, anti-submarine warfare, crucial aircraft carrier engineering, and other vital functions which are all underscored by the Armed Forces Heritage House Museum in its effort to raise awareness about the joint base; and
WHEREAS, The Armed Forces Heritage House Museum displays unwavering patriotism and outstanding support for America’s military personnel and their families; and
WHEREAS, The Armed Forces Heritage House Museum will serve as a major tourist attraction in close proximity to Jackson Township that will provide economic growth throughout the region; and
WHEREAS, The New Jersey Senate and General Assembly has each adopted a resolution recognizing the valuable service and commitment of the Armed Forces Heritage House Museum, it is accordingly fitting and proper for us to recognize the contributions and patriotism of this organization.