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Proclamation #2023-005PION�ozs-osc PROCIANArr Whereas, April has been designated as a time to celebrate the valuable contributions of Arab Americans in the United States; and Whereas, the first immigration of individuals of Arabian descent to the United States dates back to the late 1800s and has continued for more than 200 years; and Whereas, Arab Americans have brought with them their resilient family values, strong work ethic, dedication to education, and diversity in faith and creed that have added strength to our great democracy; and Whereas, the history of Arab Americans in the United States remains neglected and defaced and issues such as civil rights abuses, harmful stereotyping, and bullying must be combated in the forms of education and awareness; and Whereas, the incredible contributions and heritage of Arab Americans have helped us build a better nation. JVow, Therefore, I, Tim Murry, Mayor of the City of Clermont in the State of Florida, do hereby proclaim the month of April, Two Thousand and Twenty Three as: .Arab .American 3feritage Month In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the City of Clermont to be affixed this 18th Day of April in the year Two Thousand and Twenty Three. Tim Murry, ayor ATT ST: Tracy Ac oyd Howe, MMC City Clerk