Whereas, on November 21, 2021, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, an individual committed intentional homicide on parade participants and attendees, killing 6 people and leaving 62 others with injuries;

Whereas the attack occurred during the 58th annual Waukesha Christmas parade, a tradition that featured over 60 local civic groups, businesses, schools, public services, and entertainers;

Whereas Virginia Sorenson was a cherished long-time member of Milwaukee’s Dancing Grannies and longtime choreographer for the group;

Whereas Tamara Durand was a new member of Milwaukee’s Dancing Grannies who volunteered for local hospitals and the Red Cross while caring for her grandson;

Whereas LeAnna Owen was a committed member of Milwaukee’s Dancing Grannies who managed an apartment building and rescued bulldogs;

Whereas Jane Kulich was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, and was dedicated to her co-workers at Citizens Bank, with whom she was marching in the parade;

Whereas Wilhelm Hospel volunteered for Milwaukee’s Dancing Grannies to support his wife, Lola, and was an avid outdoorsman;

Whereas Jackson Sparks was a loving child who enjoyed playing baseball for the Waukesha Blazers;

Whereas, in response to the tragedy, the community continues to stand Waukesha Strong in efforts to honor the victims and heal together;

Whereas, two weeks after the attack, homes and businesses were decorated in blue lights to honor the victims;

Whereas, on September 24, 2022, a mural that serves as a beacon for the community was dedicated to the lives lost in the attack;

Whereas, on November 21, 2023, a parade memorial on Main Street honoring the victims was unveiled;

Whereas, on November 21, 2024, a parade memorial statue at Grede Park honoring the victims was dedicated;

Whereas, on November 21, 2025, a parade memorial sculpture at Grede Park honoring the victims was dedicated; and

Whereas, 4 years later, the Waukesha community continues to overcome this tragedy: Now, therefore, be it