Most Recent City Proclamation

August 24, 2020

Whereas: The City of Roseville recognizes and honors contributions of all members of our community; and 

Whereas: September 15 is the anniversary of independence for five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua; and Mexico achieved independence on September 16; and Chile achieved independence on September 18; and 

Whereas: In 1988 the United States Congress adopted a resolution designating September 15 to October 15 of each year as National Hispanic Heritage Month; and 

Whereas: Hispanic Americans bring a rich cultural heritage representing many countries, ethnicities and religious traditions which contribute to America's future; and

Whereas: The Hispanic community has had a profound influence on our country through their strong commitment to family, faith, hard work, and services, and they have enhanced and shaped our national heritage with centuries old traditions that reflect the multiethnic and multicultural customs of their community; and 

Whereas: During National Hispanic Heritage Month, the United States celebrates the culture and traditions of Spanish speaking residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean. 

Whereas: The City of Roseville invites all members of the community to learn more about the rich Hispanic culture, traditions and history, and celebrate the contributions that have been made to our country and our community by Hispanic Americans.
 
Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the City Council hereby proclaim September 15 to October 15, 2020 to be Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Roseville, County of Ramsey, State of Minnesota, U.S.A.

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Roseville to be affixed this 24th day of August 2020.

Mayor Daniel J. Roe

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2020 City Proclamations

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month
Optimist Day
Black History Month
Women's History Month
Emergency Proclamation
Arbor Day Proclamation
Day of Remembrance Proclamation
Fair Housing Proclamation
National Police Officers' Memorial Day and National Police Week
Asian Pacific Islander Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
Older Adults Month
Senior Recognition Day Concordia
Senior Recognition Day Mounds View Schools
Senior Recognition Day Roseville Schools
LGBTQQIA+ Pride Week
Parks and Recreation Month
Constitution Week
Kiwanis Peanut Day
Hispanic Heritage Month