Governor Tim Pawlenty today proclaimed Tuesday, March 21, 2006, at 2:00 pm to be marked by the observance of a moment of silence and reflection to honor and mourn the victims of the tragic shootings in Red Lake one year ago.
 
"The hearts and prayers of all Minnesotans go out to the Red Lake Nation as they reflect on the tragedy that befell them a year ago next Tuesday," Governor Pawlenty said.  "I hope the strong people of Red Lake have found some solace since the senseless loss of their loved ones.  At 2:00 pm on Tuesday, across the state and particularly in our schools, we will show our support and love for our fellow Minnesotans."

The text of Governor Pawlenty's proclamation follows:

WHEREAS:       On Monday, March 21, 2005, the Red Lake Nation experienced what Tribal Chairman Floyd Jourdain Jr. said was "the darkest day in the history of our tribe," when nine individuals were shot and fatally wounded, and another seven individuals were shot and injured, by a troubled teenager; and
 
WHEREAS:       The people of the Red Lake Nation are a strong people and the state of Minnesota joins this tight-knit community in mourning the senseless loss of family members, students, teachers, security guards, peace officers, and friends; and
 
WHEREAS:       The hearts and prayers of all Minnesotans go out to the Red Lake Nation for the loss of Daryl Lussier, Michelle Sigana, Derrick Brun, Neva Rogers, Dewayne Lewis, Chase Lussier, Alicia White, Thurlene Stillday, and Chanelle Rosebear.
 
 
NOW, THEREFORE, I, TIM PAWLENTY, Governor of Minnesota, do hereby ask that all Minnesotans observe a moment of silence and reflection at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21, 2006, in honor and remembrance of the lives lost and those forever affected by this tragedy.