Backup Documents 11/10/2020 Item #16H4 16H 4
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the history and culture of our great nation have been significantly
influenced by American Indians and indigenous peoples; and
WHEREAS, the history and culture of Collier County, which was once densely
populated by the ancient tribes of Florida, has a rich Native
American past that has been honored and preserved by the Collier
County museums; and
WHEREAS, the contributions of American Indians have enhanced the freedom,
prosperity, and greatness of America today, and
WHEREAS, their customs and traditions are respected and celebrated as part
of a rich legacy throughout the United States; and
WHEREAS, Native American Awareness Week began in 1976 and recognition
was expanded by Congress and approved by President George Bush
in August 1990, designating the month of November as National
American Indian Heritage Month; and
WHEREAS, in honor of National American Indian Heritage Month, community
celebrations as well as numerous cultural, artistic, educational, and
historical activities have been planned;
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of
Collier County, Florida, that November be designated as
NATIONAL AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE MONTH
IN COLLIER COUNTY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 10th Day of November, 2020.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
N;�„ COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
Ad'
�`' BURT L. SAUNDERS, CHAIRMAN