HomeMy WebLinkAbout4. MAYOR'S REPORT 2/5/02PR 0 C£AMA TION
"BLACK HISTORY MONTH"
FEBRUARY, 2002
WHEREAS, African-American history is one of the great human chronicles of all
time; and
WHEREAS, African-American history is the story of men and women whose ancestors
arrived on these shores in chains, but with extreme courage and faith, prevailed
against centuries of slavery and discrimination to build lives for themselves and their
families,'and to contribute immeasurably to the strength and character of our nation;
and
WHEREAS, in 1926 Carter G. Woodson initiated Negro History Week, which was
expanded to an entire month in 197t~; and
WHEREAS, February has been nationally designated as a time to recognize and
celebrate contributions of African-Americans to our nation's culture and history; and
WHEREAS, in every facet of United States history, African-Americans have made
contributions, adding significantly to the strength of our nation; and
WHEREAS, as we recognize BLACK HISTORY MONTH, let us resolve to see that
every American shares equal access to opportunities for personal growth, and let us
strive to eliminate even the most minute evidence of discrimination towards ail
individuals.
NOW, THEREFORE, I,, Gerald L. Farley, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect,
do hereby proclaim February, 2002 as BLACK HISTORY MONTH and I encourage
all citizens to take advantage of opportunities to educate themselves and raise
awareness and appreciation of the history and contributions of African-Americans to
our great nation.
ATTEST:
Gerald L. Farley
Mayor
Velma W. Lowe
Village Clerk
Dated this 5th day of February, 2002.