HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-21-14 Proclamation - Black History Month�(f'CZQF 'The history of people of African heritage goes back
thousands of years and includes some of the greatest, most
advanced and innovative societies in the history of human
existence that we can all draw inspiration from; and
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In 1976, Black History Month was formally adopted to
honor and affirm the importance of Black History
throughout our American experience; and
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leaders, African Americans have played a significant role in
the history of Florida State's economic, cultural, spiritual
and political development; and
Mack History Month is a time for all Americans to
remember the stories and teachings of those who helped
build our nation, took a stance against prejudice to build
lives of dignity and opportunity, advanced the cause of civil
rights, and strengthened families and communities; and
wring Black History Month all Americans are encouraged
to reflect on past successes and challenges of African
Americans and look to the future to continue to improve
society so that we live up to the ideals of freedom, equity
and justice;
,/Vow, J &mkm 1, S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor of the City of Ocoee, do
hereby proclaim, February 2014 as
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Proclamation
BLACK HIST0 �RIV' 90 N TR
Throughout the City of Ocoee and encourage the citizens of Ocoee,
organizations, schools, and places of worship in our city to commemorate
Black History Month.
Hereunto IN WITNESS
WHEREOF, I have set my hand and
caused the Seal of the City of Ocoee,
11orida to be affixed this 21" Day of
January, 2014.
S. Scott V an&y *l Afaya4