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Proclamation
WHEREAS, each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the
history, culture and traditions of people whose ancestry can be traced to Spain, Mexico,
Central America, South America and the Caribbean islands; and
WHEREAS, this observance celebrates the achievements of Hispanic Americans in the arts, education,
entertainment, government, history, law, literature, medicine, the military, music, politics,
science and other endeavors; and
WHEREAS, the United States first observed what was then National Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968
under President Lyndon Johnson, calling upon public officials, educators, librarians and all
of the people of the United States to observe this time with ceremonies, activities and
programs; and
WHEREAS, Hispanics make up 28 percent of the City of Ocoee’s population have enriched and shaped
our community for generations; and
WHEREAS, Hispanics continue to make significant and diverse contributions to the cultural,
educational, economic and political vitality of the City of Ocoee; and
WHEREAS, The national theme for 2026 is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together,”
which celebrates the generations of Hispanic and Latino leaders who has positively
influenced and enriched American society.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Ocoee City Commission does hereby proclaim September 15th
– October 15th, 2026, as
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
and encourage all residents to honor the rich diversity of the Hispanic community and celebrate the many ways
they contribute to our nation and society.
IN WITNESS WHEROF, I hereunto have
Set my hand and caused the Seal of the
City of Ocoee, Florida to be affixed this
15th day of September, 2026.
Rusty Johnson, Mayor