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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNational Hispanic Heritage Month - Sept - Oct 2020Proclamation “National Hispanic Heritage Month” September 15 - October 15, 2020 WHEREAS, America's cultural diversity has helped strengthen and define our country for hundreds of years; and WHEREAS, during National Hispanic Heritage Month we recognize the millions of Hispanic Americans whose love of family, hard work, and community have helped unite us as a people and sustain us as a nation; and WHEREAS, we remember also those proud Hispanic American patriots who fought and died for our country in every war and conflict since our founding; and WHEREAS, as entrepreneurs and public servants, scholars and artists, Hispanic Americans have provided wisdom, energy and leadership in both small and large communities across this country; and WHEREAS, while many Hispanic Americans today are thriving, others are still struggling to overcome obstacles, including language and cultural barriers; and WHEREAS, we are committed to advancing racial equity through our polices, programs, and services; and WHEREAS, we renew our commitment to ensuring that all Hispanic Americans have access to the opportunities needed to pursue and realize their dreams; and WHEREAS, we wholeheartedly recognize and thank the Hispanic Americans risking their lives and continuing to provide essential services throughout the COVID-19 pandemic; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Saul Martinez, Mayor of the City of Pasco, Washington, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby proclaim September 15 through October 15, 2020, as “HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH” in the City of Pasco, and urge all citizens to join and support the City’s celebration of the rich heritage of our Hispanic residents. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Official Seal of the City of Pasco, State of Washington, to be affixed this 5th day of October, 2020. ___________________________ Saul Martinez, Mayor City of Pasco