HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 056 CC RESO2006 056 CC RESO ×P þ M˜ö RESOLUTION NO. 2006-056
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, DECLARING SEPTEMBER
15" OCTOBER 15 r" AS HISPANIC HERITAGE
MONTH
WHEREAS, from September 15, 2006 through October 15, 2006, the
country celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month;
WHEREAS, the presence of Hispanics on this continent predated the
founding of our Nation, and, as among the first to settle in the New World,
Hispanics and their descendants have had a profound and lasting influence on
American history, values, and culture;
WHEREAS, since the arrival of the earliest Spanish settlers more than
400 years ago, millions of Hispanic men and women have come to the United
State from Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, El Salvador and other Caribbean regions,
Central America, South America, and Spain, in search of freedom, peace, and
opportunity;
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans have contributed throughout the ages to
the prosperity and culture of our nation;
WHEREAS, the United States Census Bureau now lists Hispanic
Americans as the largest ethnic minority within the United States;
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans serve in all branches of the military and
have fought valiantly in every war in United States history;
WHEREAS, the Medal of Honor is the highest United States military
distinction, awarded since the Civil War for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty";
WHEREAS, forty-one men of Hispanic origin have earned this distinction,
including twenty-one such men who sacrificed their lives;
WHEREAS, many Hispanic Americans who served in the military have
continued their service to our country;
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans are dedicated public servants, holding
posts at the highest levels of governments, including two seats in the United
States Senate; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans harbor a deep commitment to family and
community, an enduring work ethic, and perseverance to succeed.
2006 056 CC RESO ×P þ M˜ö Resolution 2006-056
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NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of
Baldwin Park recognizes September 15 October 15, 2006 as Hispanic Heritage
Month; celebrates the vast contributions of Hispanic Americans to the strength
and culture of our Nation; and encourages the people of Baldwin Park to observe
Hispanic Heritage Month with appropriate programs and activities.
APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 30th day of August 2006.
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MAY
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES SS:
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
I, ROSEMARY M.GUTIERREZ, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Baldwin
Park do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2006-056 was duly
adopted by the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park at a regular meeting
thereof held on August 30, 2006 and that the same was adopted by the following
vote to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Anthony J. Bejarano, Marlen Garcia,
Ricardo Pacheco, Mayor Pro Tem David
J. Olivas and Mayor Manuel Lozano
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ROSEMARY M. TI EZ
CHIEF DEPUTY CITY ERK
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