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Home My WebLink About2024-09-17 Proclamation Item Number: 2.a. r 1 CITY OF IOWA CITY ��a, COUNCIL ACTION REPORT September 17, 2024 National Hispanic Heritage Month Attachments: National Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation City of Iowa City PROCLAMATION Whereas, National Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of Hispanic Americans and to celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture; and Whereas, each year, the federal government and local governments observe National Hispanic Heritage Month as the period from September 15 to October 15, by recognizing and celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of persons whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America; and Whereas, September 15th is significant as a starting date for Hispanic Heritage Month because it is the anniversary of independence for the Latin American countries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence on September 16th and September 18th respectively; and Whereas, Latinxs have made innumerable contributions to the Iowa City community and it is important the City recognize and celebrate the diverse histories and cultures of the Latinx population; and Whereas, the Latinx community is integral to our City, with business owners and residents alike who are proud to be a part of the Latinx community, but hope for greater visibility, recognition and representation; and Whereas, the City of Iowa City continually strives to foster mutual understanding and respect among all persons; and Whereas, this observance affords special opportunities to become more knowledgeable about Hispanic heritage and to honor the many Hispanics who have contributed to the progress of Iowa City, the State, and the Nation. Now, therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, Iowa do hereby proclaim September 15, 2024—October 15, 2024 to be National Hispanic Heritage Month / yor tr' ;� Signed in Iowa City, Iowa, °J� • " *A i 8 IcHi/ this 17th day of September 2024. � r;