NEW: City of Madison to host 9/11 memorial ceremony

The City of Madison will host a 9/11 memorial ceremony to honor and celebrate the lives of those killed in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

The event, held at Toyota Field, is free to attend.

Memorial celebration of life

Here are a few details about the 9/11 memorial event:

• The ceremony will be held at Toyota Field, Wednesday, Sept. 11.
• Gates will open at 8AM with presentations from Madison Fire and Rescue and Madison Police Department.
• The Memorial Stair Climb will begin immediately after the 9/11 ceremony is over, at approximately 8:30AM.
• Participation and parking is free for both events.

“We are honored to recognize the ultimate sacrifice the First Responders made at 911. 343 FDNY and 71 local, state and Federal Law Enforcement Officers kept rescuing civilians long after the danger to their lives were evident at the Twin Towers. We recognize all the brave souls that died at the Pentagon that day. We also recognize the civilians on the four planes that died innocently, including the 40 brave crew and passengers on Flight 93 that fought the four hijackers preventing the crash into the Capitol Building. We will never forget them.”

Chief David Bailey, MFD

Madison Police Chief John Gandy says first responders in Madison continue to be inspired by the sacrifice of those who responded on September 11.

“The world witnessed true valor and selfless sacrifice amidst the horror of flames and destruction, as Madison first responders, we remember and pray for all the innocent lives lost. Yet, we are also inspired by, and honor, the sacrifice of those who answered the call on that fateful day. May we always feel their spirit of courage as we continue to serve and protect our own outstanding community here in Madison.”

Chief John Gandy. MPD

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