2021 06 17 Juneteenth Independence Day Proclamation

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Cityoj r Louisville COLORADO • SINCE 1878 A PROCLAMATION OBSERVING JUNETEENTH INDEPENDENCE DAY, JUNE 19, 1865, THE DAY ON WHICH SLAVERY FINALLY CAME TO AN END IN THE UNITED STATES, JUNE 19 2021 Whereas, President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation was issued January 1, 1863. Yet, news of the end of slavery did not reach the frontier areas of the United States, and in particular the Southwestern States, for over two and a half years; and Whereas, On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and that the enslaved were free; and Whereas, African Americans who had been enslaved in the Southwest celebrated June 19, commonly known as "Juneteenth Independence Day", as inspiration and encouragement for future generations; and Whereas, the Louisville City Council acknowledges the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day to the United States; and Whereas, residents of Louisville are encouraged to join the continued nationwide celebration of Juneteenth Independence Day to provide an opportunity for the people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the United States; and Whereas, the City of Louisville recognizes that the observance of the end of slavery is a part of the history and heritage of the United States; and Whereas, the City will fly the Juneteenth Flag to raise awareness of the celebration Now therefore, be it resolved by the City Council of the Louisville, Colorado, that June 19, 2021, is recognized as Juneteenth Independence Day and encourages all residents to join in celebration and solidarity and urges all residents to actively raise their own awareness of the significance of this celebration in African American History and in the heritage of our nation and City. DATED this 17th day June, 2021 ATTEST: Ashley StpL mann, Mayor Meredyth Muth, City Clerk