WHEREAS, citizens of the Northern Mariana Islands recognize the vital role that swimming and aquatic-related activities relate to good physical and mental health and enhance the quality of life for all people; and
“Tourism is Everybody’s Business”
“Our Islands, Our Community, Our Safe Space: Look Around, Look Within”
WHEREAS, the Northern Marianas Crime Stoppers Program began in May 1989 with a group of volunteers whose goal was to model this program after already established Crime Stoppers Programs in the US Mainland and Internationally, and
WHEREAS, more than 30 million children receive emergency medical care each year due to illness or injury; and
WHEREAS, emergency medical services are a vital public service to the people and community of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; and
WHEREAS, the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) is represented by a vast number of archaeological and historical sites, historic buildings, and landscapes that have been discovered and recorded through the CNMI, and;
WHEREAS, for over 100 million Americans, boating continues to be a popular recreational activity. From coast to coast, and everywhere in between, people are taking to the water and enjoying time together boating, sailing, paddling and fishing. During National Safe Boating Week, the U.S. Coast Guard and its federal, state, and local safe boating partners encourage all boaters to explore and enjoy America’s beautiful waters responsibly; and,
WHEREAS, the safety and security of the citizens of the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands and surrounding areas are vitally important; and
WHEREAS, the Congress and President of the United States have designated May 15 as National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, and the week in which it fall as Police Week; and
Lieutenant Governor David M. Apatang, together with Delbert T. Pua, Special Assistant for the Office of Youth Affairs, recently proclaimed October 2024 as Youth Empowerment Month. The proclamation was made in the presence of members of the Legislature, Cabinet officials, and community partners, all united in their commitment to improving the lives of our youth.
