HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-09-18 National Hispanic Heritage MonthWHEREAS, National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month celebrates the
Hispanic and Latino community and highlights its countless achievements in business,
industry, government, education, the sciences, arts, and faith; and
WHEREAS, the observation began in 1968 as Hispanics Heritage Week under
President Lyndon B. Johnson, and was enacted into federal law on August 17, 1988,
calling upon all the people of the United States to observe this time with ceremonies,
activities, and programs; and
WHEREAS, September 15-October 15 is recognized as National Hispanic
Heritage Month, which is a time to honor the ways Hispanics and Latinos contribute to
our common goals, celebrate their diverse cultures, and to work towards a stronger,
more inclusive, and more prosperous society for all; and
WHEREAS, Hispanics have enhanced and shaped our national character with
centuries -old traditions that reflect the multi -ethnic and multicultural customs of their
communities, while adding their own distinct and dynamic perspectives to the story of
our country; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic and Latino Americans represent a significant demographic
of the City of Englewood, we honor the invaluable ways they contribute to our great city;
and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED THAT, I Othoniel Sierra, Mayor of the City
of Englewood, Colorado ("the City") and the City Council, hereby proclaim:
September 15-October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month in Englewood and
encourage all residents to consider the contributions of Hispanic and Latino people
to the past, present and future of Englewood.
GIVEN under my hand and seal this day of September, 2023
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Othoniel Sierra, Mayor