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PROCLAMATION
Whereas, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. believed that a p . ..
should not be measured by his or her color, culture, or class, but rather by his or her
commitment to creating a better life for all by living a life of service for others; and
Whereas, Dr. King's message of peace and service and his dream of pursuing a world
free from prejudice and injustice lives on and has not been forgotten since his tragic death
on April 4, 1968; and
Whereas, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s dream of racial equality, understanding,
service and social justice is an inspiration to all of us; and
Whereas, service to others is a bond that unites us and helps us to define a vision
achievable by working for the common good; and
Whereas, there are many ways to show service and respect to others, such as collecting
books for schools or food for a food bank, planting a tree, donating blood, volunteering at
a senior center, or serving meals to persons who are homeless, and many others; and
Whereas; the City of Iowa City joins with others in this community in tribute to Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr;
Now, Therefore, I, James A. Throgmorton, Mayor of the City of Iowa City, do
hereby proclaim Monday, January 15, 2018 to be
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
in Iowa City, and I urge all to join me in the celebration thereof, and to take this
opportunity to reflect upon Dr. King's message of the principles of justice and equality
for all.
Ma or
Signed in Iowa City, Iowa,
this 2nd day of January 201