TITLE
Title
RESOLUTION HONORING THE FEDERALLY RECOGNIZED HOLIDAY OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY 2019
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SPONSOR
Sponsor
Commissioner Alston
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RESOLUTION
Resolution
RESOLUTION IN RECOGNITION AND HONOR OF THE CONTRIBUTIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS BY DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, Jr.
WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an American clergyman, activist, and profound leader in the Civil Rights Movements affecting the lives of Americans for generations to come; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., through his selfless and courageous acts of unrestrained speech, protests and marches, enhanced the lives of Americans so that each individual has an equal opportunity to succeed based on their character and ability without regard to race; and
WHEREAS, through his determination, spirit and resolve, Dr. King helped lift souls and lead one of the greatest movements for equality and freedom in history; and
WHEREAS, the Board seeks to honor the life and memory of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the upcoming annual federal holiday celebrating his birthday, we also wish to recognize the life and achievements of the influential American Civil Rights leader; and
WHEREAS, as we observe Dr. King’s birthday Guilford County encourages all residents to celebrate his memory by performing acts of kindness through service to others.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Guilford County Board of Commissioners that it hereby expresses its appreciation and admiration for the life and celebration of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and strive to honor his work by living out his teachings as we continue to strive for equality, dignity and humanity of each and every person.
ADOPTED this the 17th day of January, 2019.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto
set my hand and cause the corporate
seal of the County of Guilford to be
affixed, this the 17th day of January 2019.
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J. Alan Branson, Chairman
Guilford County Commissioners
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REQUESTED ACTION
Requested Action
Adopt Resolution in recognition and honor of the contributions and achievements by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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