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Whereas, the beginning of Black History Month was first called Negro History Week, as conceived
and announced by historian Carter G. Woodson and celebrated during a week in February 1926;
and
Whereas, in 1976, fifty years after the first celebration, the entire nation had come to recognize
the importance of Black history in the drama of the American story, and the week was expanded
to a month; and
Whereas, confident that their struggles matter in human history, black scholars, artists, athletes,
and leaders have used their talents to change how the world views African Americans; and
Whereas, African Americans, as well as other people of African descent, have been influential in
shaping world politics and diplomacy; and
Whereas, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) has selected
"Black Migrations" as the 2019 National Black History Month theme; and
Whereas, the City of Renton, in partnership and communication with residents, businesses, and
schools, is dedicated to building an inclusive city with opportunities for all; and
Whereas, Renton Highlands Library and Fairwood Library are hosting virtual tours of Renton's
African American historical sites on February 21st and 27th at 7:00 p.m.; and
Whereas, Renton African American Pastors and the City of Renton are honoring Black History
Month with "Realizing the Dream," a special event with speakers, drama performance, and a panel
dialogue on February 28th at 6:00 p.m. at SKY Center;
Now, therefore, I, Denis Law, Mayor of the City of Renton, do hereby proclaim the month of
February 2019 to be
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in the City of Renton, and I encourage all citizens to join me in learning more about the rich history
of African Americans during this special observance.
In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal
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Denis Maw, Mayor
City of Renton, Washington
Renton City Hall, 7th Floor 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 • rentonwa.gov