HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOW 2008-06-23 Item 2B - Proclamation - Tukwila's 100th Birthday I 5 i ce( f
Office o the Mayor
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PRO CLAMATION
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f, WHEREAS, the year 2008 marks the 100 anniversary of the a
incorporation of the City of Tukwila in King County and the State of
Washington; and
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WHEREAS, on June 23, 2008, the City is proudly celebrating its first 100
years as a vibrant and diverse community of 18,000 citizens a community unlike
any other in the region; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to commemorate the contributions of its pioneers
and community leaders throughout the past 100 years, who demonstrated enduring
spirit and resolute vision to develop and transform Tukwila into a center of commerce
with a wealth of residential opportunities; and
WHEREAS, looking toward the next 100 years, the City will continue to
provide a healthy, safe and thriving community, with a wide variety of working and
living opportunities for its citizens, businesses and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the City expresses its appreciation for the many hours and
immeasurable energy dedicated to the centennial celebrations by City staff, the City
Council, community service organizations, passionate residents, generous sponsors,
and the Centennial Steering Committee; and
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WHEREAS, 18 months of City -wide special events are planned to
commemorate this Centennial anniversary of incorporation a once -in -a- 100 -year
opportunity; i
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jim Haggerton, Mayor of the City of Tukwila, „4
b: do hereby proclaim the year 2008:
Centennial Celebration Year in the City o Tukwila
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Signed this day of 2008.
Jim Haggerton, Mayor of Tukwila