R98-150 CELEBRATING THE UNITY OF ALL CITIZENS

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RESOLUTION NO. R98-150 RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE UNITY OF ALL CITIZENS Whereas, our strength and greatness as a community and nation is based on our unity and our willingness to allow all people input and participation; and, Whereas, racism and other forms of discrimination still continue to plague our nation; and, Whereas, local efforts have helped raise awareness about discrimination and mobilized community members to heal social divisions which can be cultivated through further dialogue, I education and awareness; and, i Whereas, all citizens should consider the impact of race relations upon the quality of our community and work together to eliminate discrimination; and, Whereas, community members encourage the celebration of our differences and call for a reconciliation between the races. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DECATUR, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the Decatur City Council, in conjunction with the Decatur School Board, does hereby urge not only the citizens of Decatur and Macon County,but across this great nation, to recognize and celebrate the unity of its citizens and to join in efforts to heal social divisions and to celebrate our human family. PRESENTED and ADOPTED this 9th day of November, 1998. `,� , TERRY , M R �_�.. _.y.�....�- ATTF,�': � � � _ �/l�� CITY CLERK