HomeMy WebLinkAbout21-068 RESOLUTION NO. 21-068
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF MAY 2021 AS
"HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH" IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made
the following determinations:
1. Haitian Heritage Month is a jubilant celebration in the United States embracing Haitian
heritage and culture.
2. Haiti is a word meaning "Land of Mountains" and was given its name by its first
inhabitants.
3. First celebrated in Boston, Massachusetts in 1998, Haitian Heritage Month is observed
nationwide in the month of May with parades, festivals, and school activities.
4. Haitian Heritage Month is held to salute Haitian and Haitian-American communities and
to exhibit appreciation for their culture and heritage, which have immeasurably enriched
the lives of the people of this nation and state.
5. As educators, authors, community leaders, activists, athletes, artists, musicians, and
politicians, Haitian Americans have made their mark in every facet of society and have
contributed to the betterment and diversity of St. Lucie County.
6. St. Lucie County has thrived as a melding of immigrants, united by common values and
the promise of a better tomorrow.
7. Our vibrant Haitian community has contributed tremendously to the vitality of St. Lucie
County with rich, cultural influences.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County,
Florida that this Board does hereby proclaim the month of May 2021 as "Haitian Heritage Month" in St.
Lucie County, Florida and further urge all St . Lucie County citizens to celebrate the unique history and
culture and people of the Republic of Haiti.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 4th day of May 2021.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST LUCIE COUNTY A
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