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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-05-23 Proclamation ti E� BANGOR CITY COUNCIL • _1 ANooR. 11�IA 1NE , CAT/ of$ a 4. 13 I ! •I li E• • v ��v V PROCLAIMING JUNE 2016 AS HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH WHEREAS, generations of immigrants from every corner of the globe have built our country's economy and created the unique character of our nation; and WHEREAS, immigrants continue to grow businesses, innovate, strengthen our economy, and create American jobs through the United States; and WHEREAS, Maine was home to 44,687 immigrants in 2013 and Maine's Latino purchasing power was $424 million in 2014; and WHEREAS, America has been blessed by the gifts of Hispanic culture which offers a rich heritage, a deep commitment to family and community, a strong work ethic • and an unwavering belief in the American Dream; and WHEREAS, immigrants have been tireless leaders not only in securing their own rights and access to equal opportunity, but have also campaigned to create a fairer and more just society for all Americans; and WHEREAS, despite these countless contributions, the role of immigrants in building and enriching our nation has frequently been overlooked and undervalued throughout our history and continuing to the present day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Sean Faircloth, Mayor of the City of Bangor, on behalf of the City Council do hereby proclaim June 2016 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Bangor. I encourage fellow citizens to celebrate diversity and learn more about the contributions of Hispanic Americans to our city, state, and country. Given this the 23th day of May, 2016. Sean Faircloth, Mayor •