HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 10/07/2008 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 11, 2008 AS NORTHER City of
Fort Collins
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, throughout our history, American Indian and Alaska Native peoples have been an
integral part of the American character and remain a vital cultural, political, social and moral presence;
and
WHEREAS, Tribal America has brought to this great country certain values and ideas that have
become ingrained in the American spirit: that humans can thrive and prosper in harmony with the natural
environment; that people from very different backgrounds, cultures, religions, and traditions can come
together to build a great country; and that diversity can be a source of strength rather than division; and
WHEREAS,a Native American presence has been established in the Northern Colorado area for
over 12,000 years; and
WHEREAS,today,Native Americans continue to contribute to the social,economic and cultural
prosperity of Fort Collins; and
WHEREAS, the word pow-wow originates from the Algonquian word pau wau and refers to a
gathering that includes singing, dancing, and socializing where the public is invited to attend as well as
participate; and
WHEREAS,local resources such as the Northern Colorado Intertribal Pow-wow Association,and
the Office of Native American Student Services at Colorado State University play a vital role in assisting
and providing the Fort Collins community with diverse programming.
NOW,THEREFORE I,Doug Hutchinson,Mayor of the City of Fort Collins,do hereby proclaim
October 11, 2008 as
NORTHERN COLORADO INTERTRIBAL POW-WOW
ASSOCIATION DAY
in the city of Fort Collins and urge all residents to participate in scheduled events.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort Collins
this 7th day of October, A.D. 2008.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk