Proclamation #2022-019PPROCLA?vlA'ZION
Whereas, the history and culture of our great nation have been significantly influenced
by American Indians and indigenous people; and
Whereas, the contributions of American Indians have enhanced the freedom,
prosperity, and greatness of America today; and
Whereas, the customs and traditions of Indigenous people should be respected and
celebrated as part of their rich legacy throughout the United States; and
Whereas, Native American Awareness Week began in 1976 and recognition was
expanded by Congress and approved by President George Bush in August 1990,
designating the month of November as National American Indian Heritage Month; and
Whereas, in honor of National American Indian Heritage Month, community
celebrations as well as numerous cultural, artistic, educational, and historical activities
have been planned;
WOW, Therefore, I, Tim Murry, Mayor of the City of Clermont in the State of Florida,
do hereby proclaim the month of November, Two Thousand and Twenty Two as:
NationaCAmerican Indian 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 8th Day of November in the year Two Thousand and
Twenty Two.
Tim Murry, Mayo
ATTEST:
Tracy Ackroyd Howe, MMC
City Clerk