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Date: April 21, 2014 <br />Item: S.a <br />Proclaim May Asian Pacific <br />��� American Heritage Month <br />�� <br />Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month <br />May 2014 <br />Whereas: The month of May commemorates the first Japanese immigrants to the United <br />States on May 7, 1843, and the transcontinental railroad completion on May 10, 1869 (Golden <br />Spike Day); and <br />Whereas: In 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a Joint Resolution designating the first <br />week of May as Asian American Pacif'ic Islander Heritage Week, and in 1990, President George <br />Bush signed a Resolution expanding the holiday to the entire month of May; and <br />Whereas: From the early 1800s to today, Asian and Pacific Islander peoples have made <br />lasting contributions to and have played a vital role in the development of the United States; and <br />Whereas: Roseville recognizes the rich cultural heritage representing many languages, <br />ethnicities and religious traditions that Asian American Pacific Islanders bring to our society; <br />and <br />Whereas: Roseville recognizes Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month's 2014 <br />theme of "Movement: Encouraging Dialogue for Change," to start a discussion and inspire others <br />to continue a dialogue about immigration, social justice, and identity; and <br />Whereas: Roseville celebrates the contributions of millions that Asian American Pacific <br />Islanders have made to the American story and reminds us of the challenges they face as they <br />continue to embrace the American dream; and <br />Whereas: By recognizing the accomplishments and contributions of Asian Americans <br />Pacific Islanders, Roseville celebrates the inclusion of all people in building a better future for <br />our citizens. <br />Now, Therefore Be It Resolved that the City Council hereby declare May 2014 to be Asian <br />American Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the City of Roseville, County of Ramsey, State of <br />Minnesota, U.S.A. <br />In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Roseville <br />to be affixed this twenty-first day of April 2014. <br />Mayor Daniel J. Roe <br />