HomeMy WebLinkAboutNational Hispanic Heritage Month September 10, 2021 EnglishProclamation
“National Hispanic Heritage Month”
September 15 - October 15, 2022
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 renew our commitment to ensuring that all Hispanic Americans have access to the
opportunities needed to pursue and realize their dreams; and
WHEREAS, the 2022 theme “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation” encourages us to ensure that
all voices are represented and welcomed to help build stronger communities and a stronger nation,
reminding us that we are stronger together.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Blanche Barajas, Mayor of the City of Pasco, Washington, on behalf of the
entire City Council, do hereby proclaim September 15 through October 15, 2022, as
“HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH”
in the City of Pasco, and encourage all to celebrate and support 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 10th day of September 2022.
Blanche Barajas, Mayor
City of Pasco