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“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.
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Saul Martinez, Mayor
City of Pasco