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WHEREAS, Juneteenth has become the harbinger of the ending of the
Institution of Slavery in the Great Nation; and
WHEREAS, Juneteenth embodies the indomitable human spirit of the
past, in the present, and all time; and
WHEREAS, the celebration of Juneteenth gives us all the opportunity to
rededicate ourselves to the true American spirit; and
WHEREAS, we are citizens that wish to secure the Blessings of Freedom,
Justice, and Equality for all in this great Country of ours; and
WHEREAS, the collaboration of community-based organizations, faith-
based organizations, and local businesses are committed to being part of
the solution and guidance in continuing the importance of strength
through unity.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Erica A. Stewart, Mayor of the city of San Luis Obispo
on behalf of the entire City Council hereby proclaim the third Saturday in
June 2022 as “Juneteenth Day” and recommends all citizens of the County
of San Luis Obispo to join in recognizing the importance of this day.
Juneteenth day
June 19, 2022
June 7, 2022
Mayor Date