Proclamations, Opinions, Awards - Historical - 10/9/2018
CITY OF GLENDALE
WHEREAS, in 1968 Congress created Hispanic Heritage Week, and the week was
amended by Public Law 100-402 to a month-long observance honoring the achievements
of Hispanics; and
WHEREAS, since the 16th Century, the Hispanic influence has enriched the American
culture in business, law, politics, education, community service, the arts, government,
military service; and
WHEREAS, every generation of Hispanic Americans has contributed to the
advancement of freedom at home and abroad and in the protection of our homeland; and
WHEREAS, Hispanics who serve as teachers and mentors, entrepreneurs, in the
Supreme Court, and the halls of Congress, continue to be a significant part of the
formation of America; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans, whose passion and love of family, faith, hard work
and determination have given Glendale the spirit and diversity which continues to
flourish in our community today.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jerry P. Weiers, Mayor of the City of Glendale, Arizona, on
behalf of the City Council, do hereby proclaim September 15 to October 15, 2018, as
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
and encourage all residents to make this month a time of commitment to the principles of
unity, respect and trust for the betterment of our community.
In witness hereof, I hereunto set my hand this 9th day of October 2018.
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MAYOR
Attest:
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Deputy City Clerk