HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/02/2025 05.A. Yakima United FC proclamation r:-
`y 7 ljlt
ii!
.s
BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 5.A.
For Meeting of: September 2, 2025
ITEM TITLE: Yakima United FC proclamation
SUBMITTED BY: Vicki Baker, City Manager
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
At the August 19 Council meeting, a motion was passed to add a Yakima United proclamation to the
September 2 agenda. Attached for Council consideration is the proclamation. If approved, the
proclamation will be read and presented to Hector Vega.
ITEM BUDGETED: N/A
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 24-25:
RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Yakima United 2025.doc
4
CITY OF (11AKIJV1A
T RO C L A .AKA 2'I O W
LE ., S, `Yakima V nited EC, known fondly as the ".Ifoppers,"has achieved an
extraordinary feat in local sports 6y winning its second consecutive Evergreen Premier League
of Washington championship in 2025, securing a 1-0 victory over Washington East Surf SC
thanks to a decisive 52nd minute strike by Johnny Ramirez; and
WI E1NEAS, the team's success was a result of strategic teamwork defensive resilience
—especially from goalkeeper Luis(Burietta who delivered a clean sheet—and precise execution
under pressure; and
WJEEcEAS, this back to-6ackchampionship not only adds the coveted Ostrovsky Cup
to Yakima Vnited's trophy case, but also elevates the clu6's standing in league history as one
of the most successful teams; and
WJEEcEAS, the dedication and unity demonstrated 6y the players, coaches, and
supporters of Yakima Vnited embody the spirit of perseverance, pride, and shared
accomplishment that define our community,
NOW 2HETETOgE, I, Patricia(Byers, Mayor of the City of Yakima and on behalf of
the Yakima City Council do hereby proclaim Tuesday, September 2, 2025 as
"(YAKIMA Vrt T"
in the City of Yakima and encourage the community to celebrate 6y wearing the team's colors,
displaying banners, and joining in recognizing the.I-Coppers'enduring excellence.
Dated this 2nd day of September, 2025
Patricia cByers, Mayor
5