FLINT, Michigan—Mayor Sheldon Neeley today declared a state of emergency in the City of Flint due to gun violence with Executive Orders that specifically combat gun violence.
“Families are being devastated by gun violence and it poses a serious threat to the health and quality of life of all residents. Whenever a life is cut short, especially to gun violence, our whole community suffers,” Mayor Neeley said. “This State of Emergency Due to Gun Violence will allow us to combate this crisis in our city. It will take a united effort to save our village and with thorough strategy we will meet that challenge. This state of emergency is a pathway to continue the needed aggressive efforts, and we will do more if necessary. There is much work to be done, but we must continue this work to safeguard our community and our families. I pray for the victims, their families, and our community.”
Mayor Neeley’s Executive Orders:
Read the full declaration below
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Watch the full press conference below
