Proclamation in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 16 2006. P R O C L A M A T I O N DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY WHEREAS Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most visible advocates in America of non violence and social change for the advancement of civil rights and public service; and WHEREAS Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. changed a nation by awakening the American conscience to the immorality of racism and was the driving force behind landmark legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the Fair Housing Act of 1968 that allows Americans of every race background and culture to live better lives today; and WHEREAS the ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the commitment of the City of Culver City to human rights are worthy of reflection and serve as a reminder that improving the quality of life for all members of society is a responsibility of every member of our community; and WHEREAS the City of Culver City enjoys a rich diversity in its population that provides the City with a greater quality of life which we owe in part to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. s dream of unity for America and his lessons on how to overcome prejudice; and WHEREAS the City of Culver City wishes to commemorate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by honoring his dream and legacy with this Proclamation and activities planned by the City s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Planning Committee and encouraging residents to participate. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Culver City California hereby proclaims Monday January 16 2006 as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the City of Culver City and encourages all citizens to rededicate themselves to the principles of respect for human rights and freedom belief in non violence and commitment to improving our community through service and volunteerism. Dated this 9th Day of January 2006. Albert Vera Mayor Gary Silbiger Vice Mayor Alan Corlin Councilmember ...
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