Proclamation: Native American Heritage Month 2023

PROCLAMATION

Native American Heritage Month November 2023

WHEREAS, the history and culture of our great nation have been significantly influenced Native American and indigenous peoples; and

WHEREAS, the contributions of Native Americans have enhanced the freedom, prosperity, and greatness of America today; and

WHEREAS, their customs and traditions are respected and celebrated as part of a rich legacy throughout the United States; and

WHEREAS, in 1990 President George H. W. Bush approved a joint resolution designating November 1990 "National American Indian Heritage Month." Similar proclamations, under variants on the name (including "Native American Heritage Month" and "National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month") have been issued each year since 1994; and

WHEREAS, in honor of Native American Heritage Month, statewide celebrations as well as numerous cultural, artistic, educational, and historical activities have been planned; and

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Colleen Whitlow, Mayor, of the Town of Mead, do hereby proclaim the month of November 2023 as Native American Heritage Month.