HomeMy WebLinkAboutReg 2018-04-16 Item 3 - Proclamations - Seattle Seawolves Rugby Football Club / Earth Day / Stand Against Racism DayOffice of the Mayor
City of Tukwila, Washington
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, RUGBY is an international team sport that originated in England some
195 years ago, and was an Olympic event in 1924 and 1928, won both times by the
United States; and
WHEREAS, RUGBY was reintroduced in "sevens" format for men and women at
the 2016 Summer Olympic Games; and
WHEREAS, RUGBY is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States; and
WHEREAS, Major League Rugby will commence its inaugural season in 2018;
and;
WHEREAS, the Seattle Seawolves, playing at Starfire Sports in Tukwila, is one of
the original seven teams of Major League Rugby; and
WHEREAS, on April 22nd, the Seattle Seawolves will play its first home game
against the dreaded San Diego Legion; and
WHEREAS, the Seawolves intend on dismantling the Legion and sending them
packing back to California; and
NOW THEREFORE, I, Allan Ekberg, Mayor of the City of Tukwila, do hereby
proclaim April 22nd as:
Seattle Seawolves Kickoff Day
in the City of Tukwila and encourage all community members to join me in welcoming the
Seattle Seawolves to Tukwila and cheering the team onto its first victory!
Presented this 16`h day .lApr
Allan Ekberg, Mayor
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Office of the Mayor
City of Tukwila, Washington
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, a healthy environment through recycling, waste reduction
and thoughtful use of resources is the foundation of a good society and is
critical to the future of Tukwila and the world at large; and
WHEREAS, Tukwila can help to preserve environmental integrity and
can help build a healthier society by addressing issues such as transportation
alternatives, energy usage and waste prevention; and
WHEREAS, Tukwila is a part of the Puget Sound region that prides
itself on the beauty of its landscape and clean waters; and
WHEREAS, Tukwila can help promote positive public land
management protecting its resources for the future enjoyment of its citizens;
and
WHEREAS, Earth Day offers citizens and governments alike an
opportunity to work toward building a healthier and cleaner environment;
NOW THEREFORE, I, Allan Ekberg, Mayor of the City of Tukwila, do
hereby proclaim April 22, 2018 as:
Earth Day
in the City of Tukwila and encourage all citizens to join me in recognizing this
special observance.
Presented this 16th day of April, 2018.
Allan Ekberg, Mayor )
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Office of the Mayor
City of Tukwila, Washington
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the YWCA is committed to eliminating racism, empowering
women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all; and
WHEREAS, on the last Friday of April each year hundreds of thousands
of people all across the United States of America gather with the YWCA to
spread awareness about the root causes of racism and encourage conversations
among diverse communities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila supports the YWCA mission and works
to eliminate racial inequity through internal practices, citywide initiatives and
partnerships with other institutions and the community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila and the YWCA believe that individuals
and whole communities must be engaged in a conversation about racism and
speak out collectively, with one voice, and pledge to stand against racism; and
WHEREAS, Tukwila residents value initiatives that will end race -based
disparities -and make the world a more equitable, inclusive and dignified place
for all to live;
NOW THEREFORE, I, Allan Ekberg, Mayor of the City of Tukwila, do
hereby proclaim:
A Stand Against Racism
April 26 - 29, 2018 in the City of Tukwila and encourage all public officials,
educators, businesses, community leaders and the residents of Tukwila to
participate in this observance and commit themselves to stand against racism
whenever and wherever it may appear.
Presented this 16th day of April, 2018.
Allan Ekberg, Mayor