HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution #3026-ARESOLIITION N0. ~~7ti_~
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WHEREAS the City of Canton encouraged the creation of a
citizens committee to address racial and ethnic issues; and,
WHEREAS interested local citizens have gathered and formed
the Coalition for Equality, a not-for-profit corporation in the
State of Illinois; and,
WHEREAS, the Coalition has organized to address Adult and
Youth Education, Affirmative Action/Community Liaison, Community
Resources, and Organization and Objectives; and,
WHEREAS it has and is conducting educational and awareness
activities in the community; and,
WHEREAS it is assisting in the search for appropriate
learning resources to be used with all interested groups; and,
WHEREAS efforts to foster racial and ethnic harmony need
continuing support from community leaders;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the
City of Canton, Fulton County, Illinois as follows:
1. That the City has expressed its intention to continue to
encourage equal treatment for all persons regardless of their
race, ethnicity, gender or creed; and,
2. That the City Council announces to the people of Canton
that it supports community efforts to develop an appreciation of
our varied heritage and to improve relations among the people of
our community.
3. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect
immediately upon its passage by the City Council of the City of
Canton, Fulton County, Illinois phis 7th day of November, 1990 upon a
roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Aldermen Fuller, Steck, Sarf~, I~Zeade, May, Fuller.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Aldermen Kovachevich, Bohler.
APPROVED:
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Donald Edwards, Mayor
Attest:
Nanc White , City Clerk.