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PROCLAMATION: National Hispanic Heritage Month -
September 15 - October 15, 2026
September 15, 2026 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT
PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD
MAYORS REPORT
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1. Hispanic Heritage month 2026
PROCLAMATION
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
September 15 to October 15, 2026
WHEREAS, National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the Hispanic
community and highlights its countless achievements; and
WHEREAS, the observance began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week
under President Lyndon B. Johnson, and was enacted into federal law
on August 17, 1988, calling upon all the people of the United States to
observe this time with ceremonies, activities, and programs; and
WHEREAS, September 15 through October 15 is recognized as
National Hispanic Heritage Month, which is a time to honor the
invaluable ways Hispanics contribute to our common goals, celebrate
their diverse cultures, and to work towards a stronger, more inclusive,
and more prosperous society for all; and
WHEREAS, this year's theme, "Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future
Together" honors the role of Hispanic and Latino leaders, innovators,
and changemakers in driving progress; and
WHEREAS, Hispanics have enhanced and shaped our national
character with centuries -old traditions that reflect the multi -ethnic
and multicultural customs of their communities, while adding their
own distinct and dynamic perspectives to the story of our country; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans represent a significant and growing
demographic of the Village of Mount Prospect, we honor the
invaluable ways they contribute to our Village and community; and
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Paul Wm. Hoefert, Mayor of the Village of
Mount Prospect, do hereby proclaim September 15 — October 15,
2026 as
"NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH"
In the Village of Mount Prospect and encourage our community to join
us in celebrating the great contributions of Hispanic Americans in our
Village, State and Nation.
Paul Wm. Hoefert
Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen M. Agoranos
Village Clerk