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02.08.10- Council Issues Black History Month Proclamation

WHEREAS, during Black History Month all Americans are encouraged to reflect on past successes and challenges of African Americans and look to the future to continue to improve society so that we live up to the ideals of freedom, equality and justice; and

WHEREAS, the history of African-Americans and the struggle against slavery, segregation and racism is central to the story of this Nation’s unending quest to live up to its founding principles; and

WHEREAS, we seek to honor the enormous contributions of African-Americans to the freedom, prosperity and cultural richness of our Nation, and recognizing that such contributions have all too often been overlooked by history; and

WHEREAS, African Americans have played significant roles in the history of America's economic, cultural, spiritual and political development while working tirelessly to maintain and promote their culture and history; and

WHEREAS, as a result of their determination, hard work, intelligence and perseverance, African Americans have made valuable and lasting contributions to America and the world, achieving exceptional success in all aspects of society including business, education, politics, science, and the arts; and

WHEREAS, in 1976, Black History Month was formally adopted by Congress to honor and affirm the importance of Black History throughout our American experience, and a time for all Americans to remember the stories and teachings of those who helped build our nation, took a stance against prejudice to build lives of dignity and opportunity, advanced the cause of civil rights, and strengthened families and communities, 

NOW, THEREFORE I, Darreyl D. Davis, Mayor of the City of Trotwood, Montgomery County, State of Ohio, and City Council do hereby proclaim February 2010 as Black History Month In the City of Trotwood, Ohio.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Trotwood to be affixed this 25th day of January 2010.

Darreyl D. Davis, Mayor, City of Trotwood, Ohio

For more information please contact Clerk of Council Lois Singleton at (937) 854-7212 or lsingleton@trotwood.org.

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