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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-060 CCRMember Ryan introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2020-060 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING FEDERAL LEGISLATION RECOGNIZING JUNE 19th, KNOWN AS JUNETEENTH, AS A NATIONAL HOLIDAY WHEREAS, June 19th, known as Juneteenth in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which Major Gordon Granger land in Galveston Texas to announce the Civil War had ended and the enslaved in Texas were now flee even though the emancipation proclamation took effect on January 1, 1863; and WHEREAS, African -Americans who had been enslaved in the Southwest celebrated June 19th as inspiration and encouragement for future generations; and WHEREAS, African -Americans across the country have continued the tradition of observing Juneteenth Independence Day for over 150 years; and WHEREAS, 45 States and the District of Columbia have designated Juneteenth Independence Day as a special day of observance in recognition of emancipation of all enslaved persons in the United States; and WHEREAS, the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former enslaved persons and descendants of former enslaved persons remain an example for all people of the United States, regardless of background, religion, or race; and WHEREAS, over the course of its history, the United States has grown into a symbol of democracy and freedom around the world, and WHEREAS, currently there is Federal Legislation recognizing June 19th, known as Juneteenth, as a National Holiday; and WHEREAS, this Brooklyn Center is in full support of this Federal Legislation. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that as a combined body, fully support the Federal Legislation Recognizing June 19th, known as Juneteenth, as a National Holiday and a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded on to the Federal Senators and Representatives. 2020 Date � �.�L Mayor RESOLUTION NO. ZUZU-UOU The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lawrence -Anderson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Butler, Elliott, Lawrence -Anderson, Ryan and the following voted against the same: None. whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.