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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STAT EM ENT
Item No.A.ii.
For Meeting of: January 2, 2024
ITEM TITLE: Draft Black History Month proclamation
SUBMITTED BY: Bob Harrison, City Manager
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
Attached is a draft Black History Month proclamation for Council consideration. If approved, the
proclamation will be read and presented at the February 6 regular business meeting.
ITEM BUDGETED:
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Proclamation.
ATTACHMENTS:
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D Draft Black History Month proclamation
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T tOCLJ4 MJ4TION
WtfEWS, since the icentennial year of 1976,Americans of all walks of rife have come together
during the month of cFebruary to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of cBlackAmericans in every
area of endeavor throughout our history; and
WtfEWS, these accomplishments were made despite great inequities and injustices and are more
remarkable for having been won at the cost of struggle and sacrifice by men and women who came to these
shores in chains, and by their living descendants; and
WLE7.S, the African American community continues to contribute to the rich diversity and
general welfare of Yakima; and
WiftERV1S, during cBlack.1fistory Month we endeavor to learn about and celebrate the many
experiences, achievements, and contributions made by African Americans to our historical and current
economic, cultural, spiritual, and political development; and
WOERMS, the City of Yakima continues to work,toward becoming an inclusive community in
which all citizens —past, present, and future — have similar opportunities for growth and are respected and
recognized for their past contributions and potential future contributions to our community, the state, the
country, and the world, and
W3lMES, the City of Yakima is proud to honor the history and contributions of African
Americans in our community, throughout our state, and nation.
NOW TVERETootE, I, , U'tayor of the City of Yakima and on behalf of the
Yakima City Council, do hereby proclaim the month of cFebruary 2024 as
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in the City of Yakima and encourage all citizens to celebrate our diverse heritage and culture, and
continue our efforts to create career opportunities that are more just,peaceful, and prosperous for all
Dated this 6th day of cFebruary, 2024
Mayor