4.1 Black History MonthPROCLAMATION
February 2010
Black History Month
WHEREAS: Black History Month is an opportunity for all Americans to
honor the rich cultural herita ge and legacy of people of
African descent and pay tribute to them and the community
organizations that contribute to the social, cultural, economic
and political life of Salina; and
WHEREAS: the citizens of Salina have been in the forefront of efforts to
establish a caring, compassionate society based on the
inherent dignity of all its members by taking a leadership role
aimed at eliminating all forms of discrimination and
disadvantage, and by recognizing that a fundamental strength
of our community is based on the diversity among us.
NOW THEREFORE, I, M. Luci Larson, Mayor of the City of Salina, do
Black History Month
hereby proclaim the month of February 2010, and
urge that every citizen of Salina join me in celebrating the diversity and
character of our community and high light the importance of sharing our
culture, customs, and traditions with those around us.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal
of the City of Salina, Kansas, be affixed this day, February 1, 2010.
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M. Luci Larson
Mayor, City of Salina