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PROCLAMATION: Italian -American Heritage Month - October 2024
October 15, 2024 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT
PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD
MAYORS REPORT
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1. Italian Heritage Month
PROCLAMATION
Italian -American Heritage Month
October 2024
WHEREAS, Italian -American Heritage Month is an annual designation observed
in October; and
WHEREAS, Italian -American Heritage Month was recognized by the United
States Congress in 1989 as a tribute to all Italian -Americans' contributions to our
nation and to highlight the cultural impact of the Italian American community; and
WHEREAS, upon arrival in the United States, the Italian American community
faced racial, social, and religious discrimination; and,
WHEREAS, despite this discrimination, Italian Americans have persevered with
hope and hard work to reach for the American dream and helped build our great
country and community; and,
WHEREAS, as proud service members, they have also defended the liberty and
integrity of the United States since the Revolutionary War; and,
WHEREAS, bound by enduring values of faith and family, Italian Americans have
flourished in all areas of our public and economic life while preserving their proud
Italian traditions; and
WHEREAS, today, the legacy of these courageous immigrants is found in the
millions of Americans of Italian descent who strengthen and enrich our country;
and
WHEREAS, Italian Americans living in the Village of Mount Prospect, operate
thriving businesses, teach our children, serve our community, and succeed in a
myriad of occupations; and
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Paul Wm. Hoefert, Mayor of the
Village of Mount Prospect, do hereby proclaim the month of October 2024 as
"Italian -American Heritage Month"
In the Village of Mount Prospect to recognize the rich heritage of Americans of
Italian descent and celebrate their immeasurable contributions to our community
and nation.
Paul Wm. Hoefert, Mayor
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