IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION recognizing the important contribution of Hispanic Associations to the Jackson County community.
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RESOLUTION NO. 21407, September 25, 2023
INTRODUCED BY Manuel Abarca IV, County Legislator
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WHEREAS, Hispanic organizations in Jackson County have tirelessly labored toward amplifying representation and prominence of the Hispanic community, nurturing unity, and championing cultural diversity; and,
WHEREAS, the County Legislature commends these Hispanic Associations for their outstanding endeavors to increase visibility of the contributions the Hispanic community provide our area; and,
WHEREAS, the Colombian Cultural Association strives to celebrate Colombian culture throughout the Midwest through education, enhancing cultural enrichment activities, and supporting the needs of the of the Colombian Community; and,
WHEREAS, Somos Venezuela advocates for the rights and well-being of the Venezuelan community, promoting and fostering a sense of belonging within our County; and,
WHEREAS, the Puerto Rican Society of Greater Kansas City is dedicated to preserving and sharing Puerto Rican culture, enhancing cultural awareness, and offering crucial support to Puerto Ricans in Jackson County; and,
WHEREAS, Young Latino Professionals works to empower young Latino professionals through providing mentorship, networking opportunities, and fostering leadership development; and,
WHEREAS, Union Cultural Mexica’s goal is to preserve and promote Mexican culture, enriching the County’s cultural mosaic, and providing educational resources for the community; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the County Legislature of Jackson County, Missouri that the Legislature hereby recognizes the Colombian Cultural Association, Somos Venezuela, the Puerto Rican Society of Greater Kansas City, Young Latino Professionals, and Union Cultural Mexica for their extraordinary contributions to the Hispanic community, their unwavering commitment to increasing representation and visibility, and their unflagging efforts to fortify our County's cultural diversity.
Enacted and Approved
Effective Date: This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage by a majority of the Legislature.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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County Counselor
Certificate of Passage
I hereby certify that the attached resolution, Resolution No. 21407 of September 25, 2023, was duly passed on September 25, 2023 by the Jackson County Legislature. The votes thereon were as follows:
Yeas ______9_________ Nays ______0________
Abstaining ___0______ Absent _____0_______
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Date Mary Jo Spino, Clerk of Legislature